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LV62 PFU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,287 mi
Last recorded54,287 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV62 PFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 54,287 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 17 Jun 2026 54,287 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 50,121 miles

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

undertray fitted so can't fully inspect

Fail 12 Jun 2025 50,121 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working taped up (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

undertray fitted so can't fully inspect

Pass 7 Jun 2024 45,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 45,381 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and on 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 40,443 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2023 40,441 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2022 34,508 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 28,077 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 28,076 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 24,085 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

Fail 22 Jun 2020 24,084 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 17 May 2019 17,367 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2018 9,532 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 9,115 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 8,240 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 7,692 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall damaged

Offside rear tyre has two punctures

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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LV62 PFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LV62 PFU, 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 LV62 PFU registered?

LV62 PFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is LV62 PFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV62 PFU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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