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FV62 AYF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

87,949 mi
Last recorded87,949 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 AYF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 87,949 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 87,945 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 77,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front daytime running light not working

Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed boot (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 64,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 55,713 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 52,526 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 48,457 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 48,456 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 45,408 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 45,408 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 41,378 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 37,904 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 35,052 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 35,052 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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FV62 AYF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 97,978 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV62 AYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV62 AYF?

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What year was FV62 AYF registered?

FV62 AYF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is FV62 AYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 AYF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV62 AYF have outstanding finance?

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