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AF62 YCU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

187,487 mi
Last recorded187,487 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 YCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 187,487 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2025 174,570 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 158,340 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 12 Feb 2024 158,340 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 143,408 miles

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 18 Feb 2023 143,408 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Covers not allowing full inspection

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2021 123,856 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2020 104,793 miles

Nearside Front Upper shock absorber top mount noisy

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre chalk marked ()

Pass 1 May 2019 91,981 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 85,613 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 82,445 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 75,170 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 70,542 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 56,211 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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AF62 YCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AF62 YCU, 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 AF62 YCU registered?

AF62 YCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AF62 YCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 YCU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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