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MF62 GWX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

192,638 mi
Last recorded192,638 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF62 GWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 192,638 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 181,336 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 166,303 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2023 149,392 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 130,546 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2021 107,690 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 86,742 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 67,068 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 46,600 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 26,426 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2016 26,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2015 10,031 miles

O/S/F + O/S/R + N/S/F tyre side wall slightly perished

Offside Front Tyre has small cut to side wall no cords showing.

Fail 2 Nov 2015 10,031 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

O/S/F + O/S/R + N/S/F tyre side wall slightly perished

Offside Front Tyre has small cut to side wall no cords showing.

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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MF62 GWX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MF62 GWX, 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 MF62 GWX registered?

MF62 GWX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 September 2012.

Is MF62 GWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF62 GWX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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