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PN62 HMJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

151,019 mi
Last recorded151,019 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN62 HMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 151,019 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 140,351 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn uneven. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 129,535 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 120,825 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2022 120,825 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 112,124 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 105,910 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 96,105 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Dec 2019 96,105 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 11 Dec 2018 87,458 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 80,381 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

front tyres getting low

Pass 19 Jan 2017 70,728 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 66,820 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 48,406 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 15 Sep 2015 48,406 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

both rear tyres wearing unevenly

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 HMJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PN62 HMJ, 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 PN62 HMJ registered?

PN62 HMJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 October 2012.

Is PN62 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN62 HMJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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