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FX62 ZTZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,040 mi
Last recorded73,040 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 73,040 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 64,277 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 56,649 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 50,207 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 50,207 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 44,524 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Feb 2017 44,466 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 36,954 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2015 36,954 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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 ZTZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZTZ, 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 ZTZ registered?

FX62 ZTZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is FX62 ZTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 ZTZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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