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AU62 UZP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

245,755 mi
Last recorded245,755 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU62 UZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 245,755 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2025 241,025 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2025 241,020 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front DRL not working

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

Pass 4 Sep 2024 231,051 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 207,826 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Going out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 192,914 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 186,289 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 186,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 177,219 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 177,219 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 166,457 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 146,588 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 123,035 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 90,796 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer rim edge corroded (3.5.1i)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside lower wishbone rear mounting bushes (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slight wear (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 63,558 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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AU62 UZP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AU62 UZP, 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 AU62 UZP registered?

AU62 UZP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is AU62 UZP safe to buy?

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