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PO62 WRJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

115,518 mi
Last recorded115,518 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO62 WRJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 115,518 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2026 115,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 110,287 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 105,694 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 99,292 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 92,681 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 86,319 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 80,269 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 74,999 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 68,450 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 61,773 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 53,065 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 45,124 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 44,558 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 44,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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PO62 WRJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PO62 WRJ, 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 PO62 WRJ registered?

PO62 WRJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 19 September 2012.

Is PO62 WRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO62 WRJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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