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AF61 HSL

2011 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

221,793 mi
Last recorded221,793 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 HSL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Sep 2020 221,793 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 207,228 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 171,821 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 135,874 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 108,069 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 99,421 miles

adv osf tyre low and wearing on inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2014 74,479 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

both rear tyres cracking

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 HSL is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AF61 HSL, 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 HSL registered?

AF61 HSL is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is AF61 HSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 HSL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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