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RO62 UXJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

171,682 mi
Last recorded171,682 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 171,682 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 161,057 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 149,786 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 130,813 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 120,777 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 111,378 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 105,267 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 88,533 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 59,945 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 44,584 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 34,771 miles

Rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edges

Fail 13 Oct 2015 34,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall damage (4.1.D.1b)

Rear tyres wearing out of shape on inner edges

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 UXJ 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 UXJ, 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 RO62 UXJ?

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What year was RO62 UXJ registered?

RO62 UXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 15 October 2012.

Is RO62 UXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO62 UXJ 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.

Does RO62 UXJ have outstanding finance?

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