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RO62 LNJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

140,143 mi
Last recorded140,143 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO62 LNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 140,143 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 134,153 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 131,621 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 127,750 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 123,821 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2021 118,875 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 109,491 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 99,749 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 91,605 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 83,042 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 83,041 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front wipers split

Fail 4 May 2017 83,040 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 76,610 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 76,520 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 58,390 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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RO62 LNJ 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 80%.

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 RO62 LNJ, 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 RO62 LNJ registered?

RO62 LNJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 4 October 2012.

Is RO62 LNJ safe to buy?

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