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RE62 MUU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,275 mi
Last recorded122,275 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE62 MUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 122,275 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 116,498 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 109,129 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 100,023 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 89,868 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 80,608 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 80,608 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 73,309 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 65,420 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some mechanical components.

Pass 7 Nov 2017 55,466 miles

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

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

Rear tyres tread stepped.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some components.

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All front and rear. (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 44,329 miles

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

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

under trays fitted

Pass 23 Nov 2015 34,174 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner tyre wearing unevenly

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre wearing unevenly

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

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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RE62 MUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RE62 MUU, 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 RE62 MUU registered?

RE62 MUU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is RE62 MUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE62 MUU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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