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NU62 CXR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,618 mi
Last recorded121,618 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU62 CXR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 121,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning side light (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 9 May 2025 119,600 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 May 2025 119,598 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2024 110,047 miles

both front tyres are perished and bald inner edge

both rear tyres are perishing

Pass 10 May 2023 107,676 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2023 107,676 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 105,590 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 103,651 miles

both front tyres are perishing

Fail 9 Apr 2021 103,649 miles

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

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

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

both front tyres are perishing

Pass 4 Dec 2019 99,618 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 99,618 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 91,423 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has side wall damage

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

emissions too low to register

Fail 6 Dec 2018 91,423 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear tyre has side wall damage

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

emissions too low to register

Pass 3 Nov 2017 81,532 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has slight side wall damage

Nearside Rear tyre has slight side wall damage

emissions too weak to measure

Fail 3 Nov 2017 81,532 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre has slight side wall damage

Nearside Rear tyre has slight side wall damage

emissions too weak to measure

Pass 31 Oct 2016 70,959 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 63,207 miles

child seat fitted

emissions too low to register

Fail 15 Oct 2015 63,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

child seat fitted

emissions too low to register

Pass 10 Jul 2013 17,436 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 14,656 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 372 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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NU62 CXR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NU62 CXR, 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 NU62 CXR registered?

NU62 CXR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 October 2012.

Is NU62 CXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU62 CXR shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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