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GJ62 ZVF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

26,613 mi
Last recorded26,613 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ62 ZVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 26,613 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 25,709 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,069 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 24,028 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2022 24,028 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 22,334 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 20,509 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2019 19,030 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 17,559 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 16,039 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 16,037 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 15,112 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 15,110 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 13,239 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 ZVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GJ62 ZVF, 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 GJ62 ZVF registered?

GJ62 ZVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is GJ62 ZVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ62 ZVF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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