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SL62 TVP

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

153,585 mi
Last recorded153,585 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL62 TVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 153,585 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 145,010 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2022 143,813 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 143,300 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 105,407 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 105,322 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 96,623 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 87,293 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 81,037 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 68,134 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 52,946 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SL62 TVP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 SL62 TVP, 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 SL62 TVP?

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What year was SL62 TVP registered?

SL62 TVP is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 31 October 2012.

Is SL62 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL62 TVP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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