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BN62 UZV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

90,921 mi
Last recorded90,921 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 UZV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 90,921 miles

Both front wishbone (rear bushes) slightly spilt

Fail 11 Mar 2026 90,921 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Both front wishbone (rear bushes) slightly spilt

Pass 6 Mar 2025 86,132 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 82,440 miles

Both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 8 Mar 2023 78,039 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 70,803 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 67,953 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 67,248 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 60,179 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 54,099 miles

Both rear tyres are miss-shaped on the inner edges

Pass 1 Nov 2017 52,412 miles

Both rear tyres are miss shaped on the inner edges.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 39,922 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer surface area deep groove (3.5.1i)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres only 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 26,113 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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BN62 UZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN62 UZV, 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 BN62 UZV registered?

BN62 UZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is BN62 UZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 UZV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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