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NJ62 OZD

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

133,707 mi
Last recorded133,707 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ62 OZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 133,707 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 126,612 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 122,854 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 114,509 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 114,506 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 107,182 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 104,003 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 99,959 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2018 94,499 miles

Emissions too low to read

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

Pass 15 Sep 2017 87,823 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 82,053 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 76,712 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement console bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged inner edge (4.2.A.1a)

tyre(s) inner edges showing uneven wear

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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NJ62 OZD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NJ62 OZD, 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 NJ62 OZD registered?

NJ62 OZD is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is NJ62 OZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ62 OZD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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