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VE62 VNR

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

120,865 mi
Last recorded120,865 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE62 VNR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 120,865 miles

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

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

front tyres wearing edges

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 4 Nov 2024 114,041 miles

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

rear tyres cracking/perishing, wearing edges

Fail 4 Nov 2024 114,038 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

both sides front suspension arm bushes deteriorating

rear tyres cracking/perishing, wearing edges

Pass 9 Nov 2023 106,070 miles

Nearside Rear tyre cracking/perishing, nail in tread

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))

both sides front suspension arm bushes deteriorating (rear of

Pass 9 Nov 2022 98,601 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 90,339 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 84,235 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S & O/S worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2019 78,608 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2018 71,005 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge/shoulder ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 62,370 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 53,801 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,470 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 47,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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 VNR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VNR, 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

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What year was VE62 VNR registered?

VE62 VNR is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 December 2012.

Is VE62 VNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE62 VNR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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