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SF62 JNV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,906 mi
Last recorded134,906 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF62 JNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 134,906 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 134,376 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2024 108,716 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 93,059 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 93,059 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2022 78,332 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 70,795 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 65,283 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 57,501 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 50,616 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 41,492 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 29,131 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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SF62 JNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SF62 JNV, 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

How do I check the history of SF62 JNV?

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What year was SF62 JNV registered?

SF62 JNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 October 2012.

Is SF62 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF62 JNV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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