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KU62 OKJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

146,125 mi
Last recorded146,125 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 OKJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2023 146,125 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2023 146,125 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 135,588 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 128,910 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2020 121,366 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 109,802 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 100,495 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 93,678 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 86,727 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 79,563 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

rear tyres stepped on inner edges

Fail 14 Aug 2015 79,548 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

rear tyres stepped on inner edges

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 OKJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OKJ, 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 OKJ registered?

KU62 OKJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 6 September 2012.

Is KU62 OKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 OKJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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