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FV62 BAO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

159,042 mi
Last recorded159,042 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 BAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2022 159,042 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 159,031 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached in hub (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached in hub (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components drive shaft rubbes against anti roll bar (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 151,671 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 150,068 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside And Offside Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 124,831 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 May 2019 124,768 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 107,821 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 94,826 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle components

Fail 29 Aug 2017 94,826 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle components

Pass 13 Sep 2016 78,162 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 78,162 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 52,959 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 52,959 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 BAO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 BAO, 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.

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What year was FV62 BAO registered?

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

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