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AF61 WMX

2011 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

163,280 mi
Last recorded163,280 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 163,280 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2025 163,280 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 158,762 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 152,712 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 148,254 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 143,663 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 139,421 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 130,917 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 116,509 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2018 116,509 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 102,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 87,347 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 71,471 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 52,365 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 WMX is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WMX, 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 WMX registered?

AF61 WMX is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 September 2011.

Is AF61 WMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 WMX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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