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FY62 XMM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

175,033 mi
Last recorded175,033 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 175,033 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective X2. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 169,406 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 26 Jan 2024 165,522 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener removed (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack n/s/f/ lower (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 157,092 miles

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

Rear Fuel pipe damaged by rodent , but not leaking

Fail 17 Aug 2021 157,091 miles

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

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

evidence of rodent damage - fuel pipes and wiring

Pass 22 Jul 2020 148,540 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 134,137 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 115,816 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 115,816 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 99,465 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 78,997 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 58,489 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut to the side wall

Nearside Rear tyre quite badly feathered

Offside Rear tyre feathered

emissions too low to measure

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 XMM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XMM, 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 XMM registered?

FY62 XMM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 15 September 2012.

Is FY62 XMM safe to buy?

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