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FW12 BNL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,903 mi
Last recorded103,903 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 BNL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 103,903 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 94,841 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 85,280 miles

Both front tyres inner edges is worn bald

Fail 3 Jul 2018 85,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres inner edges is worn bald

Pass 13 Jan 2018 77,236 miles

covers prevent full inspection of some components

Fail 13 Jan 2018 77,236 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

covers prevent full inspection of some components

Pass 8 Dec 2017 75,201 miles

emission not tested as too low emission for probe

Pass 13 Jun 2017 63,520 miles

Emission not detected because the Vehicle is too clean

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner tyre is worn bold

Fail 10 Jun 2017 63,520 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Emission not detected because the Vehicle is too clean

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Inner tyre is worn bold

Pass 28 Dec 2016 51,895 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

n/s/f tyre wearing bald on edges

Pass 14 Jul 2016 42,554 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 42,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 29,280 miles

emission not detected

Pass 9 Jul 2015 25,814 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 25,814 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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FW12 BNL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FW12 BNL, 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 FW12 BNL registered?

FW12 BNL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 July 2012.

Is FW12 BNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 BNL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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