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L12 FAM

2023 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Electric
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,271 mi
Last recorded20,271 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2023 Volkswagen Passat40,496 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 FAM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2023
ColourBlue
Fuel typeElectric

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 20,271 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 96,472 miles

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2024 88,498 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 69,848 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 22 Jul 2022 48,332 miles

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

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

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

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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L12 FAM is a 2023 Volkswagen Passat in Blue. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2023 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 40,496 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 L12 FAM, 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 3 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 L12 FAM registered?

L12 FAM is a 2023 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 September 2023.

Is L12 FAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 FAM shows 5 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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