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VU62 HHN

2012 Volkswagen Passat

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,655 mi
Last recorded141,655 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 HHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2026 141,655 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 121,831 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2024 98,728 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 82,783 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 78,916 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 75,171 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 70,103 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2018 64,122 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,535 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 49,312 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 42,131 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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VU62 HHN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in White 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 VU62 HHN, 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 VU62 HHN registered?

VU62 HHN is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is VU62 HHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 HHN 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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