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RJ62 BYS

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

82,363 mi
Last recorded82,363 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 BYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 82,363 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 71,627 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front lens slightly cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement amr rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

tyre pressure light on

Pass 10 Nov 2023 61,898 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

tyre pressure light on

Pass 17 Nov 2022 55,072 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens slightly cloudy (both) (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few small stone chip marks (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 49,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view few small stone chip marks (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 45,257 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and 3mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 42,635 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded & worn on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres starting to wear on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 35,505 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 17 Nov 2017 29,950 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Nov 2016 24,704 miles

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

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

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

Fail 18 Nov 2016 24,704 miles

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belt

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

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

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' item removed from view prior to inspection (8.3.1e)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 19,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.1mm (4.1.E.1)

child seat fitted nearside rear

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 BYS is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 RJ62 BYS, 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 RJ62 BYS registered?

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

Is RJ62 BYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ62 BYS 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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