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RV62 KVU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,758 mi
Last recorded131,758 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 KVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 131,758 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 121,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm 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))

Fail 12 Jul 2021 121,570 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm 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))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 118,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 111,877 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 108,304 miles

eml on

Pass 14 Dec 2016 101,620 miles

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

both front lower suspension arms rear bushes worn

diesel emissions to clean for smoke reading

Pass 12 Aug 2015 90,940 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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RV62 KVU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RV62 KVU, 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 RV62 KVU?

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What year was RV62 KVU registered?

RV62 KVU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is RV62 KVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 KVU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV62 KVU have outstanding finance?

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