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MK62 XLE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

177,406 mi
Last recorded177,406 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK62 XLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2021 177,406 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

bonnet release handle broken

parking brake switch damaged

Fail 29 Aug 2021 177,406 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

bonnet release handle broken

parking brake switch damaged

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

Pass 6 Jun 2020 165,852 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 165,852 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 155,648 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 142,546 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 135,366 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 135,366 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2017 118,816 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 85,126 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 70,845 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 56,312 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 46,316 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 45,630 miles

Slight deteroiration offside rear tyre

Slight uneven wear nearside rear tyre

Unable to give full inspection of rear brake pads

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 XLE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XLE, 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 XLE registered?

MK62 XLE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is MK62 XLE safe to buy?

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