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FW12 GZV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

82,922 mi
Last recorded82,922 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 82,922 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 82,922 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 76,304 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 76,304 miles

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick all 4 front and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 71,324 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2021 71,324 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Steering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 65,898 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2020 65,898 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 59,746 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2018 55,028 miles

n/s/r tyre cracked on outer sidewall

Pass 1 May 2017 51,634 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 47,782 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 38,945 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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FW12 GZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 GZV, 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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FW12 GZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 24 July 2012.

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