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FY12 GWP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

308,052 mi
Last recorded308,052 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 GWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 308,052 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 182,745 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 167,090 miles

FRONT WINDSCREEN HAS A SMALL CHIP

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jan 2023 160,189 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 155,058 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 150,108 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 146,691 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 146,691 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 115,272 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner wear on tyre tread.

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 98,862 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 98,621 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working Indicator in wing mirror (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 79,708 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Rear both rear tyres heavily worn inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2016 65,529 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 49,591 miles

both front tyres worn inner edge

front brake disc's corroded inner face

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 GWP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FY12 GWP, 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 FY12 GWP?

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What year was FY12 GWP registered?

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

Is FY12 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 GWP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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