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VN62 XDJ

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

168,197 mi
Last recorded168,197 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN62 XDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2024 168,197 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 161,568 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 161,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2022 156,212 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 148,821 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 144,181 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 139,875 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 131,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2017 123,984 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 114,527 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 83,165 miles

Engine Cover Fitted

Under Covers Fitted

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 XDJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 XDJ, 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 VN62 XDJ registered?

VN62 XDJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is VN62 XDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN62 XDJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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