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RO62 PZR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

179,193 mi
Last recorded179,193 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 179,193 miles

Exhaust centre joining clamps ,heavily corroded reduced in size.Strongly recommend replace.X2.

Under trays

Pass 4 Dec 2024 166,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner section,small cuts present.Most strongly recommend replace. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on inner section,small cuts present.Most strongly recommend replace. (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Pass 8 Dec 2023 154,927 miles

No smoke emitted.

Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscuring some components.

Pass 22 Nov 2022 145,403 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rears. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscurring some components.

Fail 22 Nov 2022 145,378 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions All on vehicle. (5.2.3 (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Rears. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Under trays fitted to under side of vehicle obscurring some components.

Pass 8 Dec 2021 133,507 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 125,393 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 114,773 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 97,820 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged out shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 90,770 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake discs corroded/deteriorated

Pass 12 Sep 2016 86,560 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 70,553 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 PZR 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 RO62 PZR, 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 RO62 PZR registered?

RO62 PZR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is RO62 PZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO62 PZR 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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