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AF61 WHD

2011 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,999 mi
Last recorded94,999 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2018
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2018 94,999 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 77,131 miles

covers fitted obscuring components

Pass 21 Aug 2017 75,871 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - rear console bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Front brake discs lipped

Pass 16 Aug 2016 66,687 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 66,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 55,658 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 43,130 miles

Both rear tyres have cracking in the tread.

Emissions to clean too test. Both rear tyres cracking in tread.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 43,130 miles

Both rear tyres have cracking in the tread.

Emissions to clean too test. Both rear tyres cracking in 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 WHD is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 WHD, 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 WHD registered?

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

Is AF61 WHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 WHD shows 8 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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