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FY62 NWJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,949 mi
Last recorded164,949 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2020 164,949 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 154,795 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 129,139 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 100,318 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 100,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 73,492 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 26 Nov 2015 56,781 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 NWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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.

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What year was FY62 NWJ registered?

FY62 NWJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is FY62 NWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 NWJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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