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AF12 XKC

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,677 mi
Last recorded92,677 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 92,677 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 87,427 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 76,952 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Oct 2023 76,952 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 66,231 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front side repeater on the mirror illuminate weak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 61,983 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 55,720 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 50,552 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 50,552 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 43,238 miles

Front wipers starting to split

Fail 6 Aug 2018 43,238 miles

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

Front wipers starting to split

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 41,106 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 30,634 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 25 Aug 2015 20,839 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 20,831 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 18,512 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 XKC is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XKC, 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 XKC?

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What year was AF12 XKC registered?

AF12 XKC is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is AF12 XKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 XKC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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