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LR62 KZC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

100,070 mi
Last recorded100,070 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR62 KZC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 100,070 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall slightly damaged (235/45/17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (235/45/17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2025 100,070 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall slightly damaged (235/45/17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (235/45/17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 94,904 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 91,157 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 83,676 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 77,388 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 72,307 miles

vehicle fitted with an under tray obscuring some under side components

Pass 8 Jul 2019 65,331 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2018 55,950 miles

both front lower wishbone arms rear main bushes starting to split

can not produce emmisions reading as engine will not rev high enough

Pass 2 Aug 2017 46,562 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jun 2016 34,095 miles

engine shields fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2015 24,047 miles

front brake pads starting to wear thin

small cut in outer sidewall of n/s/r tyre

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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LR62 KZC 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 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 LR62 KZC, 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 LR62 KZC registered?

LR62 KZC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 8 September 2012.

Is LR62 KZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR62 KZC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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