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KU62 WYJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,317 mi
Last recorded147,317 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 WYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 147,317 miles

Front Inner Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 135,895 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 122,750 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 116,116 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 99,912 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 89,925 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 81,760 miles

Under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Aug 2019 72,720 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 65,820 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 56,500 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 43,494 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 30,945 miles

o/s/f wiper split but still clearing screen

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 WYJ 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 100%.

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 WYJ, 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 WYJ registered?

KU62 WYJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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