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SD62 WYB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Brown Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,467 mi
Last recorded98,467 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 WYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 98,467 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 93,081 miles

rear discs pitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Nov 2022 82,054 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 80,224 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 70,088 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 57,254 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 57,254 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 44,158 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 33,757 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view outer casing damaged not insecure (8.1.2a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 24,066 miles

Front Both front wipers smearing slightly

Offside Mirror housing damaged

Pass 18 Sep 2015 14,746 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 WYB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Brown with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SD62 WYB, 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 WYB registered?

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

Is SD62 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 WYB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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