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FY62 NPU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

193,588 mi
Last recorded193,588 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 NPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2026 193,588 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 186,921 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 180,821 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

under body covers fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2023 175,628 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2022 169,755 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2021 164,951 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2020 160,595 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 160,595 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 144,805 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 115,696 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 88,046 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 60,371 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 60,328 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2015 46,324 miles

advise(front blades smearing screen)

advise(front discs surfaces corroding)

Fail 31 Aug 2015 46,324 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

advise(front blades smearing screen)

advise(front discs surfaces corroding)

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 NPU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FY62 NPU, 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 FY62 NPU registered?

FY62 NPU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is FY62 NPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 NPU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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