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MJ62 MXG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,154 mi
Last recorded153,154 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ62 MXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 153,154 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 141,711 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 130,002 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 120,569 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Nov 2022 120,569 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 109,221 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 98,661 miles

Nail in tyre both rear ()

both front tyres on wear markers

Pass 29 May 2019 83,588 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2018 72,982 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 63,064 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 55,347 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2015 17,575 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 17,575 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,869 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 MXG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 MJ62 MXG, 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 MXG registered?

MJ62 MXG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is MJ62 MXG safe to buy?

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