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AF61 RZU

2011 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

177,187 mi
Last recorded177,187 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 RZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 177,187 miles

osf and nsf wishbone rear bushes perished slightly-slight oil leak-nsr tyre slightly mishaped-all shockers slightly damp-

Pass 30 Apr 2024 171,286 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 167,081 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 160,144 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 153,870 miles

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Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect has a slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect has a slight misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front wiper blade is slightly smeary

has engine oil leak

Pass 5 May 2020 147,766 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 137,832 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 128,741 miles

Front Both tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both nearside and offside shocks (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 114,555 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 100,814 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 93,627 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 93,627 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 64,597 miles

rear tyres slight 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 RZU is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF61 RZU registered?

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

Is AF61 RZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 RZU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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