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GY62 VKC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,196 mi
Last recorded99,196 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 VKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 99,196 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 94,365 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 94,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2024 87,579 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 19 Feb 2024 87,579 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 23 Feb 2023 84,559 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 79,858 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 74,477 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 69,507 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 63,214 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 56,901 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 52,998 miles

front brake pads low (inner pad)

front discs heavily lipped worn/lipped/corroded (inner face)

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2016 38,879 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 28,678 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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GY62 VKC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY62 VKC, 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 GY62 VKC registered?

GY62 VKC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 November 2012.

Is GY62 VKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY62 VKC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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