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RV62 KVX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

169,596 mi
Last recorded169,596 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV62 KVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 169,596 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2026 169,475 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 164,594 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))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 158,506 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 147,467 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 138,331 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 128,672 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 125,011 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 110,873 miles
Pass 28 May 2018 99,696 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2017 98,296 miles

Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracked/perished (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

under bonnet components covered

underside components covered

Pass 26 Sep 2016 85,912 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 72,476 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 KVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KVX, 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 RV62 KVX registered?

RV62 KVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is RV62 KVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 KVX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV62 KVX have outstanding finance?

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