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FY12 UJC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,713 mi
Last recorded138,713 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY12 UJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 138,713 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 117,728 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 114,554 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 103,361 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 103,292 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 98,019 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

fuel filler cap outer cover broken/missing.

windscreen wiper blades smearing.

Pass 19 Dec 2019 90,293 miles

Fuel cap cover broken

Undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Fail 19 Dec 2019 90,278 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fuel cap cover broken

Undertray fitted obstructing some under engine components

Pass 3 Jan 2019 82,054 miles

slight play to n/s/f link end

Fail 28 Dec 2018 82,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

slight play to n/s/f link end

Pass 22 Dec 2017 73,446 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 67,442 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 60,535 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 60,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 UJC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 UJC, 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 UJC registered?

FY12 UJC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 March 2012.

Is FY12 UJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY12 UJC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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