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FX62 YDF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

116,428 mi
Last recorded116,428 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 YDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2024 116,428 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2024 116,428 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 86,235 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 6 Dec 2023 86,227 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Nov 2022 74,951 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2021 68,615 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 61,960 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 53,975 miles

Under body and engine covers fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2018 45,423 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 37,588 miles

Engine Covers Fitted

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2016 28,370 miles

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

engine covers and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 4 Sep 2015 21,343 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 21,343 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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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FX62 YDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX62 YDF, 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

How do I check the history of FX62 YDF?

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What year was FX62 YDF registered?

FX62 YDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is FX62 YDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 YDF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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