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VE62 DHO

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

246,750 mi
Last recorded246,750 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 DHO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 246,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 221,865 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 198,940 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 176,255 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 176,251 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 155,610 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 138,106 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes perishing and worn but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil warning light on dashboard

Pass 25 Nov 2020 129,695 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 106,353 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 81,494 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2017 56,280 miles

Engine cover fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Headlamp lense deterating (1.7.5a)

No smoke detected on blip test

Sump tray fitted

Undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2016 41,659 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 30,691 miles

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

covers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some 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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VE62 DHO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VE62 DHO, 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 VE62 DHO?

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What year was VE62 DHO registered?

VE62 DHO is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is VE62 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE62 DHO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE62 DHO have outstanding finance?

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