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FY12 KGU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,802 mi
Last recorded151,802 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2025 151,802 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 139,772 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Dec 2023 133,346 miles

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

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

Nearside Front inner rack

Offside Front inner rack

Pass 8 Dec 2022 116,620 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 103,819 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 96,827 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 86,512 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 84,323 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 74,173 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 61,573 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 45,729 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 KGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KGU, 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 KGU registered?

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

Is FY12 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 KGU shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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