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SD62 KVF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2025
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

168,244 mi
Last recorded168,244 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 KVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2024 168,244 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 168,244 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2022 158,918 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2022 158,918 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 149,590 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

expansion tank low

under body tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 7 Mar 2022 149,590 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

expansion tank low

under body tray fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 23 Feb 2021 133,810 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2021 133,630 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 117,321 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 25 Feb 2020 117,321 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 16 Feb 2019 97,734 miles

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2019 97,734 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 83,913 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 83,913 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Feb 2017 69,133 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 52,437 miles

front brake pads inner pad seems low.

nearside rear brake disc is corroded and worn.

undercovers are fitted.

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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SD62 KVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 SD62 KVF, 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 SD62 KVF registered?

SD62 KVF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 25 September 2012.

Is SD62 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 KVF shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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