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GL62 FVA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

164,720 mi
Last recorded164,720 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 FVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 164,720 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 157,151 miles

Front headlight lens x 2 worn

Pass 20 Nov 2023 143,746 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 132,119 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 120,293 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 109,840 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 100,257 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 85,832 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 70,764 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 55,446 miles

both rear tyres featherd inner edge

Pass 4 Dec 2015 43,363 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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GL62 FVA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL62 FVA, 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 GL62 FVA registered?

GL62 FVA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 December 2012.

Is GL62 FVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 FVA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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