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HN12 FWZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

155,918 mi
Last recorded155,918 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 FWZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 155,918 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 147,494 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 138,978 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2023 126,748 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2023 126,744 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 113,733 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 104,365 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 93,440 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 81,567 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2018 72,944 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2017 65,932 miles

Nearside Rear tyre feathering on inner edge and has nail in tread

Pass 3 May 2016 51,571 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 38,417 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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HN12 FWZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HN12 FWZ, 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 HN12 FWZ registered?

HN12 FWZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is HN12 FWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN12 FWZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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