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FY62 FVO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,648 mi
Last recorded61,648 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 FVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2026 61,648 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2026 61,648 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front wishbone rear bushes on both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 58,294 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 55,514 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 52,408 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 52,408 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2022 48,284 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 44,180 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 41,713 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 41,713 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 38,643 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Sep 2018 33,209 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 33,209 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 28,756 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 23,411 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 18,910 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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FY62 FVO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FY62 FVO, 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.

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What year was FY62 FVO registered?

FY62 FVO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 13 September 2012.

Is FY62 FVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 FVO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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