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FX62 YYP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

111,452 mi
Last recorded111,452 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 111,452 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2025 105,900 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 98,765 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 91,881 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 83,034 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 79,169 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 75,096 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt 2 child seats

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

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2019 73,558 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 73,558 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 61,637 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 49,460 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 38,559 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 26,965 miles

advise nsf tyre worn

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 YYP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YYP, 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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What year was FX62 YYP registered?

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

Is FX62 YYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 YYP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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