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HG62 KYW

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,474 mi
Last recorded142,474 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 KYW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 142,474 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 142,379 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 129,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 122,967 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 21 Oct 2020 117,009 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

exhaust emissions to low to record

Fail 21 Oct 2020 117,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

exhaust emissions to low to record

Pass 29 Oct 2019 108,926 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted obscuring testable items from view

Pass 30 Oct 2018 92,322 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner tread

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 30 Oct 2018 92,322 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner tread

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 31 Oct 2017 76,220 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

exhaust emissions zero, not recorded

Fail 31 Oct 2017 76,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

exhaust emissions zero, not recorded

Pass 31 Oct 2016 59,343 miles

engine bay and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

exhaust emission zero, not recorded

Pass 27 Oct 2015 39,898 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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HG62 KYW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 HG62 KYW, 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 HG62 KYW registered?

HG62 KYW is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 October 2012.

Is HG62 KYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 KYW shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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