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PN62 HJC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

171,246 mi
Last recorded171,246 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN62 HJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 171,246 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2023 162,475 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 162,474 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 154,619 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2022 154,618 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 140,412 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 133,921 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 129,762 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2018 114,989 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 98,272 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 98,272 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 80,978 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 64,204 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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PN62 HJC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PN62 HJC, 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 PN62 HJC registered?

PN62 HJC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is PN62 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN62 HJC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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