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WJ62 PBF

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,915 mi
Last recorded127,915 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ62 PBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 127,915 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2026 127,878 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 113,673 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 109,583 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 106,191 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2022 102,504 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2021 98,643 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 96,174 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 96,173 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225-45-R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Oct 2019 93,805 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2019 93,805 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket modified and seriously weakened rear bush (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability rear bush (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Oct 2018 79,837 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2017 62,088 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 48,300 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 34,278 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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WJ62 PBF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WJ62 PBF, 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 WJ62 PBF registered?

WJ62 PBF is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 29 October 2012.

Is WJ62 PBF safe to buy?

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