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SB62 CUO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

233,277 mi
Last recorded233,277 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 CUO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 233,277 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 192,301 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 192,297 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 185,069 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 174,973 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 174,973 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Nearside and Offside rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 164,721 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 153,786 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 142,981 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 142,981 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 127,379 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 113,439 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2018 113,439 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 98,200 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 85,418 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted under trays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2015 64,496 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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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SB62 CUO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SB62 CUO, 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.

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What year was SB62 CUO registered?

SB62 CUO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is SB62 CUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB62 CUO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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