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KV62 APO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

224,636 mi
Last recorded224,636 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 APO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 224,636 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 216,037 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2023 214,375 miles

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

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 23 May 2022 208,157 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2021 190,321 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 169,211 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 155,459 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 136,107 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 103,788 miles

Front obstructions to the view to the front

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement consul bush starting to split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement consul bush starting to split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 70,656 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 57,427 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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KV62 APO 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 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 KV62 APO, 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.

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What year was KV62 APO registered?

KV62 APO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is KV62 APO safe to buy?

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