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KV62 TMU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

160,771 mi
Last recorded160,771 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV62 TMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 160,771 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2026 158,985 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 130,861 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 118,539 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 107,599 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 97,704 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2021 97,704 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken at top (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm out of shape and below limit in places on inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 90,960 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2019 83,035 miles

nsr tyre stepping on inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2018 68,575 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 54,752 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 40,212 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 28,382 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

Under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 24 Nov 2015 28,382 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring view of some components

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under tray fitted obscuring view of some components

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 TMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TMU, 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

How do I check the history of KV62 TMU?

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What year was KV62 TMU registered?

KV62 TMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 November 2012.

Is KV62 TMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV62 TMU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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