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VE62 DSY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,412 mi
Last recorded111,412 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 111,412 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH lenses dis coloured (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 107,420 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 98,999 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 90,592 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2021 82,368 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Nov 2020 74,271 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 63,721 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 49,632 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 47,168 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 43,846 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 41,064 miles

Nearside Rear feathered on inner edge

Offside Rear feathered on inner edge

Pass 6 Nov 2015 39,022 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 DSY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DSY, 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 DSY registered?

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

Is VE62 DSY safe to buy?

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