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MK62 BVO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

214,567 mi
Last recorded214,567 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 BVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 214,567 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 125,025 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 116,434 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 114,416 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 108,436 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 96,642 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 81,932 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 81,104 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Full inspection of under body and under bonnet components not possible, covers fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2015 68,018 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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MK62 BVO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 MK62 BVO, 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 MK62 BVO registered?

MK62 BVO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is MK62 BVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK62 BVO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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