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PK12 FXZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

241,176 mi
Last recorded241,176 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK12 FXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2020 241,176 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge and screw in tread

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 216,441 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 176,525 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 144,386 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 109,755 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 73,192 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 32,682 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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PK12 FXZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 PK12 FXZ, 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 PK12 FXZ registered?

PK12 FXZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is PK12 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK12 FXZ shows 7 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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