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AK62 LDF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,523 mi
Last recorded167,523 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 LDF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 167,523 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 156,129 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 142,523 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 127,399 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 112,631 miles

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 99,043 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 88,005 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 78,211 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2018 63,401 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,319 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 52,870 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 42,443 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 LDF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK62 LDF, 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 AK62 LDF registered?

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

Is AK62 LDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 LDF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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