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KU62 XCA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

300,504 mi
Last recorded300,504 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 XCA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 300,504 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 179,909 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 165,708 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2023 149,359 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 140,081 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 140,080 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 May 2021 118,553 miles

rear tyres feathered inner edge

Pass 5 Jun 2020 100,837 miles

stone damage less than 10 mm

Pass 17 Dec 2019 97,507 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 85,069 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play link arm slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2019 84,952 miles

Central Tyre pressure monitoring system inoperative non std wheels fitted/no tpms sensors present (5.2.3 (h) (ii))

Central non std wheels fitted all round

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play link arm slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 68,030 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 54,765 miles

Rear Both tyres scrubbing heavier on inner edge (bald)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 41,355 miles

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

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 XCA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White 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 KU62 XCA, 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 XCA registered?

KU62 XCA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 September 2012.

Is KU62 XCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 XCA 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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