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AK62 HUU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

137,751 mi
Last recorded137,751 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 HUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 137,751 miles

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

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

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

anti roll bar fittment

Pass 6 Dec 2024 132,881 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Dec 2024 132,879 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2023 123,108 miles

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))

Fail 15 Dec 2023 123,106 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 15 Dec 2022 110,916 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 110,913 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure middle exhaust clamps corroded to excess (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 97,112 miles

slight corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Fail 10 Dec 2021 97,112 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion on front and rear brake discs

Pass 10 Dec 2020 85,834 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2020 85,834 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 73,352 miles

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Fail 18 Jun 2019 73,352 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items.

Pass 25 May 2018 68,670 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 64,918 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall kerb rubbed

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge devoid of tread

Offside Rear tyre inner edge devoid of tread

Pass 17 Jun 2016 58,164 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 58,164 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 47,122 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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AK62 HUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 AK62 HUU, 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 AK62 HUU registered?

AK62 HUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AK62 HUU safe to buy?

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