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AF12 TNV

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

123,568 mi
Last recorded123,568 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 TNV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 123,568 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 108,372 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 97,538 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 88,765 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 83,252 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 77,741 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2019 74,518 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 62,542 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2017 53,057 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 29 Dec 2017 53,057 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 47,325 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 42,540 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 38,684 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre cracking in treads

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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AF12 TNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AF12 TNV, 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 AF12 TNV registered?

AF12 TNV is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is AF12 TNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 TNV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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