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PN62 LKL

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

216,578 mi
Last recorded216,578 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN62 LKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2026 216,578 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

both front lower arm suspension bushes worn

rear suspension frame and arms corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2025 204,325 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 192,751 miles

Nearside Front 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 22 Sep 2023 180,940 miles

rear subframe and arms rusty

Pass 27 Sep 2022 169,803 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 159,471 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 151,598 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge in side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 141,897 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 128,021 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 117,750 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 105,996 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 94,240 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 LKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LKL, 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 LKL registered?

PN62 LKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is PN62 LKL safe to buy?

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