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VK62 XHU

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

186,404 mi
Last recorded186,404 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 XHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 186,404 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2023 180,837 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 175,588 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 168,773 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 168,773 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 162,143 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 162,143 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2019 155,222 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 141,900 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 128,640 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 110,875 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 110,875 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 85,231 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 XHU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XHU, 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 VK62 XHU registered?

VK62 XHU is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 October 2012.

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