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VK62 YOG

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,797 mi
Last recorded123,797 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK62 YOG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 123,797 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 121,671 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 118,564 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 115,166 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front windscreen chipped

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 113,135 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 110,849 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 108,931 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 105,677 miles

Under body covering fitted, restricting inspection of some components

Pass 7 Aug 2018 100,776 miles

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

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

both rear tyre's unevenly worn on inside edge

Pass 4 Sep 2017 96,668 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 87,500 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Oct 2015 65,349 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear low in inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wear low in inner edge (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 YOG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YOG, 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 YOG registered?

VK62 YOG is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is VK62 YOG safe to buy?

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