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SE12 FVL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,279 mi
Last recorded43,279 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE12 FVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 43,279 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 26,436 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 19,723 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres cracked

Fail 4 May 2017 19,723 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,484 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 7,558 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SE12 FVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SE12 FVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SE12 FVL registered?

SE12 FVL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 August 2012.

Is SE12 FVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE12 FVL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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