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FY62 TCJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

139,518 mi
Last recorded139,518 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 TCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 139,518 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 139,507 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 133,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 127,034 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Mar 2024 127,034 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 120,078 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 120,078 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 111,910 miles

NOTE: Engine covers and under tray fitted

NOTE: Fuel gauge reading almost empty at time of test

NOTE: Underside of vehicle, suspension and brake components covered in mud at time of test, Please DO NOT present vehicle in this condition again for testing.

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Mirror backing cover damaged

Pass 9 Mar 2021 104,225 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 104,225 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre size: 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size: 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre size: 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size: 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Recommend replacing, Tyre size: 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 92,450 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 2 Mar 2020 92,448 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Mar 2019 81,309 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 81,309 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front passenger front tyre at 3mm 235/45/17/97w avon

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 70,842 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 60,555 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 43,429 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 TCJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 TCJ, 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 TCJ registered?

FY62 TCJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 September 2012.

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