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FX62 YXP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

186,758 mi
Last recorded186,758 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2026 186,758 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2026 179,773 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2025 174,377 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 168,812 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 162,368 miles

under tray loose

Pass 14 Mar 2024 156,407 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 150,945 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 143,984 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 138,029 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 131,405 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2021 125,800 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 119,661 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2021 119,661 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 113,944 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 113,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 108,496 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 97,923 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2019 97,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 87,134 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 70,994 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 52,511 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 52,511 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 29,931 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre getting very close to cords being exposed

Fail 12 Sep 2015 29,931 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre getting very close to cords being exposed

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 YXP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 YXP, 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 YXP?

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What year was FX62 YXP registered?

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

Is FX62 YXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 YXP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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