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DA62 MUO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

141,495 mi
Last recorded141,495 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 141,495 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 134,710 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted, wet test.

Pass 9 Nov 2018 120,761 miles

electronic handbrake fitted

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2018 120,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

electronic handbrake fitted

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2017 108,117 miles

electronic handbrake fitted

engine covers & under trays fitted

eobd socket insecure

Fail 14 Nov 2017 108,117 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively flat blade (8.2.2)

electronic handbrake fitted

engine covers & under trays fitted

eobd socket insecure

Pass 15 Nov 2016 93,992 miles

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

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

electronic parking brake fitted.

engine cover & under tray fitted.

Pass 28 Oct 2015 77,587 miles

both rear wheel rims buckled

Fail 27 Oct 2015 77,587 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear wheel rims buckled

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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 MUO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MUO, 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 MUO registered?

DA62 MUO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 November 2012.

Is DA62 MUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA62 MUO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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