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LB62 LHJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

139,071 mi
Last recorded139,071 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB62 LHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 139,071 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 128,205 miles

both headlamp lenses starting to deteriorate

Pass 6 Dec 2023 121,807 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 114,012 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 106,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and bald edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 99,485 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 94,488 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 88,321 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 76,386 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 76,386 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 60,840 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 43,618 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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LB62 LHJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LB62 LHJ, 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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LB62 LHJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 December 2012.

Is LB62 LHJ safe to buy?

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