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NU62 PGY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,777 mi
Last recorded181,777 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU62 PGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 181,777 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2024 172,192 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 161,955 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 146,193 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 133,580 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))

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

windscreen slightly damaged

Pass 17 Oct 2020 124,116 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 110,455 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 88,821 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2017 71,544 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 61,416 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,672 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 PGY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NU62 PGY, 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 PGY registered?

NU62 PGY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 September 2012.

Is NU62 PGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU62 PGY shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NU62 PGY have outstanding finance?

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