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FX62 YWZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,881 mi
Last recorded130,881 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX62 YWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2024 130,881 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 128,714 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 128,714 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 126,159 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jan 2022 126,149 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 122,240 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 122,240 miles

Front Position lamp not working NS/OS (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 117,792 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 97,932 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 88,578 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 68,752 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 43,657 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 31,994 miles

Emission test can not don

Pass 22 Oct 2015 30,678 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2015 25,989 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 25,019 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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FX62 YWZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FX62 YWZ, 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 FX62 YWZ registered?

FX62 YWZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is FX62 YWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 YWZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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