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OU62 XYM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

193,065 mi
Last recorded193,065 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU62 XYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 193,065 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 176,888 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 162,620 miles

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

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

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 9 Oct 2020 149,950 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 132,657 miles

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

Nearside Front side wall damage to tyre no cord showing

Nearside Front worn on outer edge

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

Nearside Rear side wall damage to tyre no cord showing

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

Offside Front side wall damage to tyre no cord showing

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Oct 2018 111,012 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 110,548 miles

Towbar component defective (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 89,613 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2016 75,518 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS DETERIORATED

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGES (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 52,104 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 52,103 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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OU62 XYM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OU62 XYM, 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 OU62 XYM registered?

OU62 XYM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 October 2012.

Is OU62 XYM safe to buy?

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