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MJ62 CDN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,304 mi
Last recorded56,304 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ62 CDN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 56,304 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 50,866 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing breadth of tread also has a nail within (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

The clutch hydraulics hose/pipe is insecure

The rear service brakes imbalance recorded indicates the brakes are ready for service

Pass 8 Jun 2024 43,968 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 43,968 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 41,077 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 37,809 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 34,596 miles

o/s/r tyre perished dot code 0612

under trays fitted obscuring some items

Pass 16 Jun 2020 31,487 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 25,850 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 20,007 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 15,028 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 14,023 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 11,312 miles

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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MJ62 CDN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MJ62 CDN, 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 MJ62 CDN registered?

MJ62 CDN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is MJ62 CDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ62 CDN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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