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FY62 WHF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

111,749 mi
Last recorded111,749 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 111,749 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 106,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

rear subframe corroded

Pass 24 Nov 2023 99,854 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2023 99,854 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated park brake switch operating rocker part hinges broken off (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2022 91,843 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand brake switch broken (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2022 91,843 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated hand brake switch broken (1.1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 85,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge flatspots (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 79,933 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Switch damaged (1.1.6 (d))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 79,932 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Switch damaged (1.1.6 (d))

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 67,357 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm , flatspots on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 67,357 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235-45-17-97w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front tyres wearing on inner tread

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm , flatspots on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 52,828 miles

Electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 42,899 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 36,164 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 36,164 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 29,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre inner edge wearing

Tyre worn close to the legal limit spare tyre 2mm (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs lipped

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 WHF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WHF, 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 WHF registered?

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

Is FY62 WHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 WHF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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