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FY62 XNJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

185,624 mi
Last recorded185,624 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY62 XNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 185,624 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner lower suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2025 172,163 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2023 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2023 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2019 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2024 158,766 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2019 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2019 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Fail 13 Sep 2024 158,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2021 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2019 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2019 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers fitted

sill covers fitted

under covers fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2023 143,497 miles

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

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

sill covers fitted at time of test

under covers fitted at time of test

Fail 6 Sep 2023 143,492 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

sill covers fitted at time of test

under covers fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Sep 2022 130,091 miles

Sill, Engine bay & Underside covers. Unable to assess all prescribed area’s

Fail 15 Sep 2022 130,090 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut to Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Sill, Engine bay & Underside covers. Unable to assess all prescribed area’s

Pass 15 Sep 2021 116,946 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 108,404 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Sill, Under Bonnet & Underside covers fitted. Unable to check all prescribed areas

Pass 11 Sep 2019 100,499 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 88,347 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Sep 2017 74,338 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 16 Sep 2016 60,075 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 47,431 miles

Engine cover fitted

Under covers fitted

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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FY62 XNJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY62 XNJ, 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

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What year was FY62 XNJ registered?

FY62 XNJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 September 2012.

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