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FX62 ZYB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

196,146 mi
Last recorded196,146 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 196,146 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 185,626 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 176,749 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 166,600 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 158,082 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 148,584 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 140,472 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 127,697 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 114,157 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 114,157 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2018 99,731 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2018 99,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2018 85,446 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both side (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint both side (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2017 71,629 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 58,461 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 43,282 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 42,370 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 33,599 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 ZYB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ZYB, 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 ZYB registered?

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

Is FX62 ZYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX62 ZYB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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