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PN62 VJX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

166,848 mi
Last recorded166,848 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN62 VJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 166,848 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 31 Oct 2025 166,842 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested No beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken Broken. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested No beam pattern. (4.1.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 11 Nov 2024 157,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 11 Nov 2024 157,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested No beam pattern (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside head lamp beam pattern poor. Undertrays fitted.

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 147,463 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted.

Fail 13 Nov 2023 147,459 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested No beam pattern. (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested No beam pattern. (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear. (0.1 (b))

Undertrays fitted.

Pass 24 Oct 2022 138,805 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2021 129,355 miles

Both Sides Sills Covers, Engine Undertray & Undersides Covers Fitted.

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 121,809 miles

Front Both wishbone rear bushes deteriorated

Pass 23 Oct 2019 114,525 miles

front discs poor

Pass 23 Oct 2018 102,416 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 21 Oct 2017 90,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Sep 2016 72,653 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 56,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

can not see rear road springs fully

covers on underside and on engine

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 VJX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VJX, 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 VJX registered?

PN62 VJX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 October 2012.

Is PN62 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN62 VJX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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