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LC62 BCU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

121,239 mi
Last recorded121,239 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 BCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2025 121,239 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2024 114,825 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 108,584 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 101,453 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 94,813 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 88,871 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 78,482 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms inner rear bushes are starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 73,775 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 67,630 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 5,691 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 54,316 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 53,697 miles

both front and nearside rear tyres worn 3mm 235/45/17y

emissions to clean for tester to get a reading

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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LC62 BCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue 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 LC62 BCU, 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 LC62 BCU registered?

LC62 BCU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 November 2012.

Is LC62 BCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 BCU shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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