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OE62 BLN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,815 mi
Last recorded108,815 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE62 BLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 108,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 100,289 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 100,266 miles

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

Engine undertray insecure

Pass 28 May 2024 92,097 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/45R17 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 85,191 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 83,136 miles

Front tyres 3.5mm and wearing low on inner

Slight corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 10 Nov 2021 79,024 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 74,730 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 69,143 miles

Front wipers split.

Pass 30 Oct 2018 60,727 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 51,817 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 41,875 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 33,471 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 33,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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OE62 BLN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OE62 BLN, 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 OE62 BLN registered?

OE62 BLN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is OE62 BLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE62 BLN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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