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AF12 UXC

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,732 mi
Last recorded164,732 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 UXC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 164,732 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 160,934 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 160,934 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 156,625 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 151,568 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))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 151,479 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 22 Sep 2021 142,443 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 134,782 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 118,892 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bush showing signs of wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under tray stopped full inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2018 98,251 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 78,743 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 73,638 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,393 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 58,392 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 43,431 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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AF12 UXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AF12 UXC, 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 AF12 UXC?

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What year was AF12 UXC registered?

AF12 UXC is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AF12 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 UXC shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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