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GD12 FZZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

218,641 mi
Last recorded218,641 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD12 FZZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 218,641 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2021 218,390 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Rear Bushes Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 116,317 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 91,830 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 76,156 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 58,895 miles

engine covers and undertrays covering full floor pan

Pass 25 Mar 2016 58,666 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 51,813 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyre(s) inner edges worn

tyre(s) deteriorated inside tread

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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GD12 FZZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GD12 FZZ, 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 GD12 FZZ registered?

GD12 FZZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is GD12 FZZ safe to buy?

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