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WU62 XBY

2012 Volkswagen Passat

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,366 mi
Last recorded59,366 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Passat97,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU62 XBY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 59,366 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Mar 2025 48,744 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 48,743 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 37,877 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 28,779 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 25,778 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 23,637 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 21,700 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 20,709 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 19,152 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 15,569 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 12,241 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 8,653 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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WU62 XBY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WU62 XBY, 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 WU62 XBY registered?

WU62 XBY is a 2012 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is WU62 XBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU62 XBY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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