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DA62 JJZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

147,397 mi
Last recorded147,397 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 JJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 147,397 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2026 147,265 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 136,203 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2023 126,631 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 115,931 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 98,655 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 70,025 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 52,838 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 52,782 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 34,618 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 25,650 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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DA62 JJZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DA62 JJZ, 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 DA62 JJZ registered?

DA62 JJZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is DA62 JJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA62 JJZ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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