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FY12 FCU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

131,891 mi
Last recorded131,891 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 FCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2019 131,891 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 127,800 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2018 127,800 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 102,801 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes are slightly deteriorated (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

no smoke detected

Fail 21 Dec 2016 102,732 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

EMLilluminated on dash

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes are slightly deteriorated (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inside edge

no smoke detected

Pass 9 Mar 2015 87,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Mar 2015 87,469 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FY12 FCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FY12 FCU, 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 FY12 FCU registered?

FY12 FCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is FY12 FCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 FCU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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