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AD61 YFA

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,089 mi
Last recorded41,089 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD61 YFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2025 41,089 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 37,189 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 31,150 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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AD61 YFA is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 AD61 YFA, 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

How do I check the history of AD61 YFA?

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What year was AD61 YFA registered?

AD61 YFA is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is AD61 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD61 YFA shows 3 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 AD61 YFA have outstanding finance?

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