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SD62 XAB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,399 mi
Last recorded108,399 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD62 XAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 108,399 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 105,581 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 99,714 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 99,714 miles

Coil spring insecure osf (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened rear both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2022 92,848 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 83,274 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) minor ()

Fail 1 Dec 2021 83,274 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) minor ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner shoulders 235/45/17 97y (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 73,114 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 71,686 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 60,194 miles

Emissions limits where tested and met, but the diesel smoke meter could not register the reading

Pass 11 Sep 2018 46,222 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Sep 2017 32,504 miles

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

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 21,937 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 15,204 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 XAB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XAB, 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 XAB registered?

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

Is SD62 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD62 XAB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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