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DA62 KUF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

138,566 mi
Last recorded138,566 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA62 KUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 138,566 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 133,425 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 128,331 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 128,331 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 121,933 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 121,932 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 113,454 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 107,935 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 101,590 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 101,589 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 92,488 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 84,993 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear low on inner edge

Pass 15 Nov 2016 76,781 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 70,894 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm. Legal limit 1.6mm. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 2mm. Legal limit 1.6mm. (4.1.E.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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DA62 KUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KUF, 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

How do I check the history of DA62 KUF?

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What year was DA62 KUF registered?

DA62 KUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 December 2012.

Is DA62 KUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA62 KUF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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