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YC62 FDZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

346,159 mi
Last recorded346,159 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC62 FDZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 346,159 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 332,957 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2023 320,180 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 303,575 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 281,206 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 281,206 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 246,042 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 217,747 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 180,701 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 152,412 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 132,223 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 97,955 miles

Front 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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YC62 FDZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FDZ, 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 YC62 FDZ registered?

YC62 FDZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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The MOT history for YC62 FDZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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