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FV62 FXS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,621 mi
Last recorded82,621 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 FXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 82,621 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 81,137 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2025 81,096 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2024 80,063 miles

headlamp lenses becoming dull

plastic sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2023 78,541 miles

plastic sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2022 76,955 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 75,668 miles

Plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Feb 2020 74,703 miles

corrosion to front bumper support

front suspension arm rear bushes worn

wiper blades worn

Pass 7 Mar 2019 72,446 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 72,437 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 61,545 miles

both front brake discs badly corroded on inner faces

engine and floor covers fitted

inbalance on front brakes almost to fail limit

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2016 50,675 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine cover/under tray(s) fitted

front discs corroded and pitted inner edge

no emissions detected

rear discs corroded and pitted outer edges

Fail 15 Sep 2016 50,675 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

engine cover/under tray(s) fitted

front discs corroded and pitted inner edge

no emissions detected

rear discs corroded and pitted outer edges

Pass 17 Sep 2015 37,620 miles

BOTH front tyres 3mm

OSR tyre damaged on outer wall & has a object which has punctured the tyre

engine cover & under trays fitted

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 FXS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FXS, 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 FXS registered?

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

Is FV62 FXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 FXS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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