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MT62 APF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,120 mi
Last recorded97,120 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 97,120 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2021 97,118 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 91,932 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 90,504 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 90,298 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 86,498 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2015 74,473 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges (Suspect front wheel alignment incorrect

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

Item removed from driver's view

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

Fail 26 Nov 2015 74,391 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 APF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 APF, 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 MT62 APF registered?

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

Is MT62 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT62 APF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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