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AF11 XHW

2011 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2024
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,635 mi
Last recorded132,635 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF11 XHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 132,635 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 118,678 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 107,405 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 97,700 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 86,469 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 76,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Feb 2018 76,092 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 65,628 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 65,628 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 57,714 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 57,714 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 47,700 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 35,868 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 35,868 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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AF11 XHW is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 76,587 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF11 XHW, 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 15 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 AF11 XHW registered?

AF11 XHW is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 March 2011.

Is AF11 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF11 XHW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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