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AF61 XDB

2011 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

69,982 mi
Last recorded69,982 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 XDB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 69,982 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 67,126 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Secondary bonnet catch seized up

Fail 7 May 2025 67,123 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing not properly tested due to binding brake

Secondary bonnet catch seized up

Pass 24 Apr 2024 64,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2023 59,693 miles

Secondary bonnet catch seized

Sound deadening material not fully secure Under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 52,306 miles

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 52,306 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. space saver fitted (5.2.3 (b))

Covers fitted to underside of vehicle covering some testable items

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2021 45,117 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 44,972 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 42,937 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 Nov 2019 42,937 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Nov 2018 41,525 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Nov 2017 38,316 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 37,927 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 36,318 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 31,500 miles

fuel cap seal is cracked, strongly advise replacement

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 XDB is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 XDB, 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 XDB registered?

AF61 XDB is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 November 2011.

Is AF61 XDB safe to buy?

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