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VE62 DNX

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

181,549 mi
Last recorded181,549 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 DNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 181,549 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 177,600 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2024 177,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 277,250 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 268,568 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 268,568 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative pump tyre pressure in four tyres (5.2.3 (h))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 269,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACKED (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 269,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CRACKED (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides inner portion (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 250,475 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES SCORED (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES INNER PORTION BALD (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2019 234,880 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2019 234,880 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault reset (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 225,032 miles

Coolant on min

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jan 2019 225,032 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Coolant on min

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 213,200 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Dec 2017 213,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inside edge (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 124,589 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 113,460 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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VE62 DNX is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VE62 DNX, 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.

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What year was VE62 DNX registered?

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

Is VE62 DNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE62 DNX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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