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MK62 UXC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

174,354 mi
Last recorded174,354 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 UXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 174,354 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 164,972 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 7 Jun 2024 159,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Fail 6 Jun 2024 159,252 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

undertrays fitted- obscuring view of some components

Pass 31 May 2023 155,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 145,907 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 145,907 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 / 45 R 17 94 H (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235 / 45 R 17 94 H (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2021 139,695 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 133,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2018 118,433 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 105,796 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 89,193 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 87,581 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 2 Dec 2017 87,376 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Jun 2017 73,670 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Dec 2016 63,913 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 53,965 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 23 Jun 2016 53,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Fail 22 Jun 2016 53,948 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

under tray fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 28 Dec 2015 45,815 miles

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,022 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 UXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXC, 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 MK62 UXC registered?

MK62 UXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is MK62 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK62 UXC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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