2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · LJ62 LGK
2012 Volkswagen Passat (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11 Dec 2012. Recorded mileage 106,681 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,681 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LJ62 LGK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2026
- 106,681 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LJ62 LGK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Passat (LJ62 LGK) between May 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 12 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LJ62 LGK Mileage History
- 09/05/202282,083 mi
- 19/05/202390,486 mi+8,403 mi
- 24/05/202498,075 mi+7,589 mi
- 19/06/2025101,702 mi+3,627 mi
- 19/06/2026106,681 mi+4,979 mi
Average of roughly 5,982 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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