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FY12 GXT

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

168,119 mi
Last recorded168,119 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 GXT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 168,119 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn on the edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 156,492 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 143,547 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 129,658 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 110,563 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 101,853 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ns and os ()

Fail 26 May 2020 101,853 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ns and os ()

Pass 27 Jun 2019 94,249 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 84,155 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 78,834 miles

lower covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2017 70,575 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 59,247 miles

Front bumper damaged/lower grill damaged

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 45,272 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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FY12 GXT is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey 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 FY12 GXT, 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 GXT registered?

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

Is FY12 GXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 GXT 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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