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OV62 GLZ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

143,460 mi
Last recorded143,460 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 GLZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 143,460 miles

all rear seats and belts not tested

bonnet catch sticks

Fail 15 Nov 2018 143,460 miles

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

all rear seats and belts not tested

bonnet catch sticks

Pass 7 Nov 2017 125,798 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2017 125,798 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 92,251 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test EX-TAX DISC ;holder ()

THIS VEHICLE PASSED THE EMISSIONS TEST; no printout produced to low readings

Tyre pressure monitoring system lamp stays illuminated

Fail 29 Sep 2016 92,251 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test EX-TAX DISC ;holder ()

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

THIS VEHICLE PASSED THE EMISSIONS TEST; no printout produced to low readings

Tyre pressure monitoring system lamp stays illuminated

Pass 28 Aug 2015 67,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2..5 mm / 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

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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OV62 GLZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 OV62 GLZ, 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.

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What year was OV62 GLZ registered?

OV62 GLZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is OV62 GLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 GLZ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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