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SD62 MXC

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,252 mi
Last recorded54,252 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 MXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 54,252 miles

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

Lower undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear wear on inner edge of tyre tread

Offside Front wear on inner edge of tyre tread

Fail 16 May 2017 54,252 miles

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

Lower undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wear on inner edge of tyre tread

Offside Front wear on inner edge of tyre tread

Pass 24 May 2016 36,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 May 2016 36,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 May 2015 24,997 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 MXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MXC, 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 MXC registered?

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

Is SD62 MXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 MXC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SD62 MXC have outstanding finance?

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