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SB12 FHJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,278 mi
Last recorded143,278 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB12 FHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2019 143,278 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 124,513 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2017 106,260 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 85,232 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions not detected

Fail 17 Feb 2016 85,226 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

emissions not detected

Pass 24 Feb 2015 70,785 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 70,779 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 49,155 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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SB12 FHJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SB12 FHJ, 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 SB12 FHJ registered?

SB12 FHJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is SB12 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB12 FHJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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