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VK62 TFU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,038 mi
Last recorded182,038 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 TFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 182,038 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 173,997 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush at rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush at rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2025 173,989 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush at rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush at rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 166,952 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush on rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush on rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 6 Mar 2024 166,952 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush on rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement void bush on rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 163,997 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 160,782 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 149,081 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 145,501 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 143,052 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 130,451 miles

engine and underbody covers fitted unable to check some components

Pass 10 Dec 2015 113,651 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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VK62 TFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VK62 TFU, 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 TFU registered?

VK62 TFU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 27 December 2012.

Is VK62 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK62 TFU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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