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FV62 DDZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,550 mi
Last recorded107,550 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 DDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 107,550 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2026 107,546 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 98,999 miles

emissions too clean too read

Fail 7 Mar 2025 98,999 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

emissions too clean too read

Pass 27 Oct 2023 93,020 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 85,610 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 79,035 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 73,348 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 66,318 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2019 66,318 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases DPF gasket & clamp leaking into engine, gases have potential to enter cabin. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 59,864 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components. Covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay.

Pass 12 Sep 2017 54,832 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 54,832 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 48,867 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 42,020 miles

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 DDZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DDZ, 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

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What year was FV62 DDZ registered?

FV62 DDZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is FV62 DDZ safe to buy?

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