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VK62 KFN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,214 mi
Last recorded116,214 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 KFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 116,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2025 113,993 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 108,600 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 108,600 miles

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2024 106,456 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 106,456 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 99,708 miles

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

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 29 Apr 2023 99,704 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 93,319 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear unevenly on inside edges

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged / missing but still functional (7.1.2 (d))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2022 93,319 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear unevenly on inside edges

Central Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Casing damaged / missing but still functional (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 85,227 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres starting to wear on inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2021 85,227 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BULB NOT LOCATED CORRECTLY (4.1.2 (c))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault passenger air bag switch connection (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arms - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front tyres starting to wear on inside edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 73,840 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 63,013 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 55,220 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 43,825 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Fail 3 Aug 2016 43,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre not repairable, also worn and stepped on inner edge ()

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

Pass 12 Aug 2015 32,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VK62 KFN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VK62 KFN, 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 KFN registered?

VK62 KFN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 30 September 2012.

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