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SD62 LBA

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,345 mi
Last recorded65,345 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 LBA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 65,345 miles
Fail 20 May 2026 65,345 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction items hanging from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 58,460 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 50,801 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 43,438 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 13 May 2022 36,379 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 28,224 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 22,152 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 19,221 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 17,540 miles

emission too clean to detected

Pass 29 May 2017 16,499 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 13,653 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 9,944 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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SD62 LBA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black 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 SD62 LBA, 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 SD62 LBA registered?

SD62 LBA is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is SD62 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 LBA 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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