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RF12 FRC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

257,098 mi
Last recorded257,098 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 FRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2022 257,098 miles

headlamps have slight movement-coil springs corroded-both front inner cv boots deteriorated-front brake discs worn thin-both front ball joints have slight play-o/s/f tyre on limit

Pass 12 Oct 2021 248,551 miles

front disc wearing thin- rear pads wearing low- rear coil springs corroded- front ball joint slight play- exaust mounting corroded- rear tyre just on limit- inner cv boot starting to perish-

Pass 20 Oct 2020 229,278 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 229,278 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 201,729 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 200,305 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 179,068 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 146,419 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 146,419 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 113,666 miles

discs corroded pads appear low

osf wishbone starting to part

Pass 22 Jun 2015 81,950 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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RF12 FRC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RF12 FRC, 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 RF12 FRC registered?

RF12 FRC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is RF12 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 FRC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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