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KY62 FVB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,128 mi
Last recorded129,128 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY62 FVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 129,128 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 125,087 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 122,937 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 118,928 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

all 4 tyres are worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Oct 2021 106,072 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 95,236 miles

Nearside Front day time running light inop

Pass 1 Nov 2019 88,477 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 79,989 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre starting to step on inner edge

Fail 19 Oct 2018 79,989 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre starting to step on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2017 70,563 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 68,138 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine cover/under tray fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 58,109 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

engine covers/under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2015 43,443 miles

Child seat fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2015 43,443 miles

Child seat fitted

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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KY62 FVB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KY62 FVB, 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 KY62 FVB registered?

KY62 FVB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is KY62 FVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY62 FVB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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