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NU12 FGK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

206,154 mi
Last recorded206,154 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU12 FGK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2023 206,154 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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 11 Jan 2022 194,124 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 177,175 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 152,404 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2019 152,404 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 130,272 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 130,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 116,064 miles

Nearside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Fail 27 Jun 2017 116,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2016 101,086 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 84,078 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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NU12 FGK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NU12 FGK, 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 NU12 FGK registered?

NU12 FGK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 March 2012.

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The MOT history for NU12 FGK shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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