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AF61 HRK

2011 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,127 mi
Last recorded115,127 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 HRK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 115,127 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer case missing but works correctly (7.1.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 115,127 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged outer case missing but works correctly (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 110,093 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2021 110,093 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 99,150 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 87,087 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 75,552 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 66,112 miles

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

Fail 22 Jan 2018 66,112 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 47,145 miles

no emissions readings obtained

Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,977 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both sides (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 31,305 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges of tread

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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AF61 HRK is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF61 HRK, 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.

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What year was AF61 HRK registered?

AF61 HRK is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2011.

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