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KU62 OEP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

397,880 mi
Last recorded397,880 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 OEP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 397,880 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Aug 2023 378,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 347,941 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 329,842 miles

Centre Exhaust Sleeve Clamp Heavily Corroded

Fail 3 Sep 2021 329,842 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Centre Exhaust Sleeve Clamp Heavily Corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2020 307,100 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 282,394 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2018 158,486 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 141,781 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 121,832 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Sep 2015 106,569 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 106,567 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (2.7.3)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

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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KU62 OEP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KU62 OEP, 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 KU62 OEP registered?

KU62 OEP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is KU62 OEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 OEP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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