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RJ62 FZH

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,387 mi
Last recorded114,387 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ62 FZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 114,387 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2025 114,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Dec 2024 107,102 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 100,373 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2023 100,373 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 94,082 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 86,962 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly out of shape

Pass 30 Nov 2020 80,366 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 74,197 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 70,041 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened console bush cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened console bush cracked (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 64,297 miles

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

front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 1 Dec 2016 58,288 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking across tread

Pass 27 Nov 2015 53,300 miles

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

Nearside Front console bush starting to crack

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Offside Front console bush starting to crack

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear metal in tread tyre

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 FZH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey 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 FZH, 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

How do I check the history of RJ62 FZH?

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What year was RJ62 FZH registered?

RJ62 FZH is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 10 December 2012.

Is RJ62 FZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ62 FZH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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