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GJ62 GKK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,473 mi
Last recorded81,473 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 GKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 81,473 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2025 75,910 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 70,045 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 65,242 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 59,814 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 53,780 miles

Low Emitter

Pass 5 May 2020 49,383 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 41,826 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 32,464 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 20,551 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 17,366 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 13,394 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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GJ62 GKK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ62 GKK, 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 GJ62 GKK registered?

GJ62 GKK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is GJ62 GKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ62 GKK shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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