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RV62 UBM

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

125,505 mi
Last recorded125,505 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 125,505 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 119,590 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 11 Sep 2024 111,232 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 106,053 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 101,210 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 93,395 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 86,137 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 78,812 miles

Diesel emissions passed, 0.00K T/C, electronic device was used

Pass 3 Sep 2018 69,696 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement cassette bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement cassette bush worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 59,999 miles

Front and rear brake discs are corrodded.

Fail 26 Aug 2017 59,999 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Front and rear brake discs are corrodded.

Pass 3 Sep 2016 49,317 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 38,638 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)

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 UBM 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 UBM, 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 UBM?

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What year was RV62 UBM registered?

RV62 UBM is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 5 September 2012.

Is RV62 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV62 UBM 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.

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