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BF62 CYW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,827 mi
Last recorded38,827 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF62 CYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 38,827 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side Slightly rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 37,481 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 37,312 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 35,515 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 34,682 miles

tpms light on

Pass 14 Nov 2018 33,712 miles

DPF warning light on

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2017 32,561 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 31,429 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 30,633 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 30,629 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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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BF62 CYW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 BF62 CYW, 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 BF62 CYW registered?

BF62 CYW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is BF62 CYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF62 CYW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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