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OV62 VXM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,730 mi
Last recorded21,730 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 VXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 21,730 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 21,730 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2025 21,588 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 21,516 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 20,837 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 20,837 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2022 19,824 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 19,824 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 16,400 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 14,639 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2019 14,639 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 13,478 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 12,612 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 10,352 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 8,555 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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OV62 VXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VXM, 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 OV62 VXM registered?

OV62 VXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is OV62 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 VXM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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