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FY12 NWJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,372 mi
Last recorded111,372 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 NWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 111,372 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 105,022 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 98,246 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Apr 2024 98,246 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 88,559 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 80,236 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2021 70,944 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 70,944 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jan 2020 64,458 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 56,623 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc rusty lip

Pass 29 Jan 2018 49,001 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted scored (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted scored (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 40,309 miles

both front brake disc inner faces have rusty edges

Fail 13 Jan 2017 40,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front brake disc inner faces have rusty edges

Pass 26 Jan 2016 33,251 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 26,809 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 NWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NWJ, 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 NWJ?

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What year was FY12 NWJ registered?

FY12 NWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 April 2012.

Is FY12 NWJ safe to buy?

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