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LC62 STZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,054 mi
Last recorded81,054 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC62 STZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2025 81,054 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Nov 2024 76,954 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 65,915 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 56,859 miles

All 4 brake discs are corroded but not affecting braking .

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 49,177 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 42,746 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 38,108 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 32,911 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 27,766 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 24,329 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 30,082 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 20,834 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)

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 STZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol 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 STZ, 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 STZ registered?

LC62 STZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is LC62 STZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC62 STZ 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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