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VN62 HJE

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

232,649 mi
Last recorded232,649 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 HJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 232,649 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 140,391 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 135,860 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 130,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre cracking

Fail 23 Mar 2023 130,077 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Front Tyre cracking

Pass 17 Mar 2022 125,290 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 119,395 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 119,343 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure tube clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2020 116,233 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 110,526 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 110,526 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 102,920 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 94,292 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 71,899 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted

front brake discs rusting on inner surface

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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VN62 HJE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 VN62 HJE, 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 VN62 HJE registered?

VN62 HJE is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 2 November 2012.

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