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LM62 KBE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Feb 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,812 mi
Last recorded146,812 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM62 KBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2023 146,812 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 183,124 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 181,150 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 175,272 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 175,122 miles

Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective not opening (3.1 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater likely to become detached mirror indicator (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 171,365 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine cove and undertray fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2018 168,929 miles

under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 20 Jun 2017 130,106 miles

Nearside Rear door has sustained damage.

nearside front and nearside rear tyres outer walls damaged.

Pass 15 Jun 2016 93,768 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 77,170 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 74,691 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2015 74,691 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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LM62 KBE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM62 KBE, 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 LM62 KBE registered?

LM62 KBE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is LM62 KBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM62 KBE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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