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VN62 RHV

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

261,307 mi
Last recorded261,307 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 RHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2025 261,307 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 247,821 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 236,040 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 217,180 miles

Offside Rear Door and sill damaged.

Plastic under trays fitted. Engine Cover fitted. Sill covers fitted.

Pass 4 Nov 2021 201,246 miles

engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2020 183,657 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 155,238 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 115,713 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 93,164 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 79,124 miles

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 5 Nov 2015 60,546 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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VN62 RHV is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 VN62 RHV, 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 RHV registered?

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

Is VN62 RHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 RHV shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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