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A12 PFK

2018 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,020 mi
Last recorded35,020 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Golf39,743 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 PFK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Feb 2025 35,020 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 31,553 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 29,060 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 25,401 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 22,296 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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A12 PFK is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 39,743 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 A12 PFK, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A12 PFK?

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What year was A12 PFK registered?

A12 PFK is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 March 2018.

Is A12 PFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 PFK 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 A12 PFK have outstanding finance?

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