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YC62 FDU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

149,512 mi
Last recorded149,512 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 FDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 149,512 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 149,120 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (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 30 Apr 2021 133,896 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 120,172 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 101,442 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 88,844 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 73,044 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 63,725 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 63,618 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 63,618 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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YC62 FDU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YC62 FDU, 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 YC62 FDU registered?

YC62 FDU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 22 October 2012.

Is YC62 FDU safe to buy?

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