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650 FTM

2012 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,686 mi
Last recorded195,686 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration650 FTM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 Nov 2025 195,686 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 178,862 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2023 161,917 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 143,206 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perished and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 126,658 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 116,563 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 107,509 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 92,035 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 80,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 62,438 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 38,115 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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650 FTM is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 70,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 650 FTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 650 FTM registered?

650 FTM is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is 650 FTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 650 FTM 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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