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KP62 TAP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,465 mi
Last recorded114,465 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP62 TAP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 114,465 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both and beam image poor (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2025 105,658 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 98,318 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 90,495 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2023 90,495 miles

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

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 83,281 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 83,279 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 74,876 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 68,695 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 61,333 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 48,456 miles

Front both tyres 2.5mm. nearside perished also

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 40,672 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 30,647 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 24,984 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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KP62 TAP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 KP62 TAP, 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 KP62 TAP registered?

KP62 TAP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is KP62 TAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP62 TAP 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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