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FX62 YXK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

174,539 mi
Last recorded174,539 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2020 174,539 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 146,955 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 146,932 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 124,797 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 110,308 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 92,202 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 77,351 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 65,686 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 56,703 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 45,394 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 33,022 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 YXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 YXK, 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 YXK registered?

FX62 YXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is FX62 YXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 YXK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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