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SA62 SXE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,569 mi
Last recorded169,569 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA62 SXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2022 169,569 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective 1 securing bolt missing 1 loose front hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 155,865 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 154,043 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2020 154,043 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 140,834 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 122,164 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 106,523 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 81,841 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 63,648 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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SA62 SXE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SA62 SXE, 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 SA62 SXE registered?

SA62 SXE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 September 2012.

Is SA62 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA62 SXE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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