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KM62 MLK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

145,872 mi
Last recorded145,872 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM62 MLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 145,872 miles

Offside DRL Not working

Fail 6 Nov 2024 145,868 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside DRL Not working

Pass 1 Nov 2023 131,981 miles

Offside Front DRL not working

Pass 3 Nov 2022 115,262 miles

Daytime light off

Fail 2 Nov 2022 115,259 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose Clamp (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Daytime light off

Pass 5 Nov 2021 98,071 miles

Offside Front Daylight inopperative

Fail 4 Nov 2021 98,070 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Daylight inopperative

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 83,473 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 66,745 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 63,926 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 43,366 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 28,661 miles

Both rear tyres have stepped wear on inner edges

Child seat fitted to NSR not allowing inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KM62 MLK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KM62 MLK, 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 KM62 MLK registered?

KM62 MLK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is KM62 MLK safe to buy?

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