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VU62 OAB

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

214,392 mi
Last recorded214,392 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU62 OAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2019 214,392 miles

Front brake pads wearing thin

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front brake discs very thin - replace with pads!

Pass 24 Oct 2018 199,767 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 157,136 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 110,311 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 84,664 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 OAB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 OAB, 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 OAB registered?

VU62 OAB is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 14 November 2012.

Is VU62 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU62 OAB shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VU62 OAB have outstanding finance?

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