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EF62 NFX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,101 mi
Last recorded115,101 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF62 NFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 115,101 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 101,037 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f wishbone rear push (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 72,300 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 70,147 miles

Driver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Nov 2019 64,894 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 64,894 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 56,555 miles

Offside wiper blade split

Pass 11 Dec 2017 47,844 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 42,228 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 34,912 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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EF62 NFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EF62 NFX, 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 EF62 NFX registered?

EF62 NFX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is EF62 NFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF62 NFX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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