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PK62 YVC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

254,398 mi
Last recorded254,398 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK62 YVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 254,398 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 253,010 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 239,515 miles

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

both front steering inner rack ends slight play in a ball joint

Pass 12 Nov 2018 201,703 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 166,673 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 132,274 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 104,769 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 104,762 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

tyre pressure warning light on

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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PK62 YVC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PK62 YVC, 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 PK62 YVC registered?

PK62 YVC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 20 November 2012.

Is PK62 YVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK62 YVC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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