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AJ62 KZU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

140,441 mi
Last recorded140,441 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ62 KZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 140,441 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 134,695 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2023 126,201 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 108,727 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2022 108,704 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID conversion kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID conversion kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2021 94,393 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 87,366 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm and worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Nov 2020 87,307 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on 2mm and worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 74,670 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 58,606 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 2 Nov 2018 58,601 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both sides aftermarket HID kit fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Nov 2017 44,645 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 38,409 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 29,893 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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AJ62 KZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AJ62 KZU, 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 AJ62 KZU registered?

AJ62 KZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 December 2012.

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