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PE62 AYK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,357 mi
Last recorded86,357 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE62 AYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 86,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 79,096 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 79,079 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 73,619 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 68,713 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Pass 23 Sep 2021 64,984 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack (both) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 63,001 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 60,790 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 57,562 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 53,936 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 51,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin low pads (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin low pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 39,175 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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PE62 AYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PE62 AYK, 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 PE62 AYK registered?

PE62 AYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 October 2012.

Is PE62 AYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE62 AYK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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