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GF62 AEX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,703 mi
Last recorded141,703 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF62 AEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 141,703 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2025 141,702 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 128,988 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2023 114,585 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 99,456 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 98,215 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2020 91,018 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 82,341 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 70,148 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 61,572 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 54,577 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 46,035 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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GF62 AEX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 GF62 AEX, 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 GF62 AEX registered?

GF62 AEX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is GF62 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF62 AEX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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