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HJ62 HLZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,133 mi
Last recorded163,133 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ62 HLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 163,133 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Nearside & Offside, wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 17, ~2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jul 2023 163,132 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Nearside & Offside, wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45 17, ~2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 160,589 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2022 160,577 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 156,780 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 58,833 miles

light scratches on screen

Pass 22 Jul 2016 49,888 miles

windscreen scratched

Pass 28 Jul 2015 37,492 miles

scratches on windscreen

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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HJ62 HLZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ62 HLZ, 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 HJ62 HLZ registered?

HJ62 HLZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 September 2012.

Is HJ62 HLZ safe to buy?

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