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FY62 YBM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

106,513 mi
Last recorded106,513 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 YBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 106,513 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 106,457 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 101,505 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2023 94,779 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 87,211 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 79,042 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 75,486 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread worn low / uneven wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 69,756 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces of both brake discs in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge worn unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner edge worn unevenly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 62,376 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 52,917 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 44,607 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 36,583 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 YBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YBM, 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 YBM registered?

FY62 YBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is FY62 YBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY62 YBM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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