MOT Status
ValidMileage
138,057 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn to 2mm of tread and losing tread pattern on both edges. pass at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges 1.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edges 1.8 mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking between tread exposing ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking between tread exposing ply (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit centre (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?
Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VK62 BNL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
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 VK62 BNL, 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 VK62 BNL registered?
VK62 BNL is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 17 September 2012.
Is VK62 BNL safe to buy?
The MOT history for VK62 BNL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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