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RJ62 BYK

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,557 mi
Last recorded126,557 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 BYK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 126,557 miles

Central Front Upper (bonnet release stiff on precheck \ lubricated latch)

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 126,557 miles

Central Front Upper (bonnet release stiff on precheck \ lubricated latch)

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (Replaced bulb) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (Polished headlamp \Re-checked headlamp aim ) (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (Replaced bulb) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 112,711 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (damaged slightly on outer edge) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 104,379 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test (air freshener removed from interior mirror) ()

Front Lower (both offside and nearside daytime running lights not working)

Fail 20 Nov 2023 104,376 miles

Central Front Upper Exhaust system insecure (central fixing clamp fractured/broken) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (both offside and nearside light output seriously reduced) (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (showing fault on dashboard) (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (showing on dashboard) (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (lower coil) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Upper (secondry bonnet release catch siezed)

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test (air freshener removed from interior mirror) ()

Front Lower (both offside and nearside daytime running lights not working)

Pass 21 Oct 2022 97,180 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 79,708 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 67,507 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 55,116 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 41,666 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 25,486 miles

Engine Covers & Under-trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2016 19,702 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 15,042 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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RJ62 BYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 RJ62 BYK, 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 RJ62 BYK registered?

RJ62 BYK is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 23 November 2012.

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