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MT62 AMU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

142,847 mi
Last recorded142,847 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT62 AMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 142,847 miles

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

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2025 142,824 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 133,410 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 133,410 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2023 123,233 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Strong advisory (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Door tight to open from inside

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

TPMS warning on dash, o/s/r tyre pressure low due to nail in tyre

Fail 22 Nov 2023 123,233 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Strong advisory (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Door tight to open from inside

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

TPMS warning on dash, o/s/r tyre pressure low due to nail in tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2022 110,980 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 99,126 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 91,454 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

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

Pass 23 May 2019 80,848 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 72,049 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 26 Jun 2018 72,045 miles

Emissions not tested insufficient engine oil (8.2.2.2 (e))

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 1 Jun 2017 66,618 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 60,747 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2016 60,747 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 48,664 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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MT62 AMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 MT62 AMU, 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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MT62 AMU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 November 2012.

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