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FW12 CGZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

183,794 mi
Last recorded183,794 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 183,794 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 183,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2022 170,801 miles

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

offside rear bump stop rubber perished

Pass 12 Jun 2021 158,588 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip windscreen not affecting drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 145,833 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 131,157 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 115,224 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 97,911 miles

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

O/S/F and N/S/F tyres just under 3mm.

Offside Rear tyre just under 3mm.

Pass 29 Jul 2016 77,355 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 53,586 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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FW12 CGZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FW12 CGZ, 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 FW12 CGZ registered?

FW12 CGZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is FW12 CGZ safe to buy?

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