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CX62 ZHU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

141,443 mi
Last recorded141,443 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX62 ZHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 141,443 miles

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

glow plug light flashing

Pass 24 Dec 2019 121,259 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 97,121 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 72,469 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2017 72,275 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 51,908 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 38,658 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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CX62 ZHU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CX62 ZHU, 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 CX62 ZHU registered?

CX62 ZHU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is CX62 ZHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX62 ZHU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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