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AF12 XNS

2012 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,877 mi
Last recorded92,877 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 XNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 92,877 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 82,724 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 71,398 miles

under bonnet sound padding insecure

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2024 71,398 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

under bonnet sound padding insecure

Pass 30 Jan 2023 60,272 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 50,801 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 46,533 miles

object on screen

Fail 5 Feb 2021 46,533 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

object on screen

Pass 6 Mar 2020 45,567 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 39,946 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 34,419 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated/ perished. Michelin 205-55-16 . 91W

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

Fail 21 Feb 2018 34,419 miles

Both rear tyres deteriorated/ perished. Michelin 205-55-16 . 91W

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 30,403 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 23,902 miles

Nearside Front tyre has serverely deteriorated

Nearside Rear tyre has deteriorated

Offside Front tyre has serverely deteriorated

Offside Rear tyre has deteriorated

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Fail 26 Feb 2016 23,902 miles

Nearside Front tyre has serverely deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear tyre has deteriorated

Offside Front tyre has serverely deteriorated

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre has deteriorated

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2015 16,336 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 XNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XNS, 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 XNS registered?

AF12 XNS is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is AF12 XNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 XNS shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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