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MJ62 MYD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,873 mi
Last recorded172,873 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ62 MYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 172,873 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 171,698 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2023 171,698 miles

Exhaust system insecure middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2022 165,981 miles

FRONT BUMPER SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Nearside Front SIDE WING SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Nearside Rear Lower DOOR/QUARTER PANEL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 156,127 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement O/S & N/S - REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear DOOR SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Pass 12 May 2020 146,334 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 135,428 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 135,428 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 126,210 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 123,215 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2015 110,358 miles

Front registration plate damaged but still readable

Front wipers smearing

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 MYD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MYD, 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 MYD registered?

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

Is MJ62 MYD safe to buy?

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