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AF61 XGO

2011 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,064 mi
Last recorded122,064 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 XGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 122,064 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2026 121,831 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2025 114,458 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 106,495 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 100,028 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 100,028 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2022 98,210 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 91,172 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 85,439 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 59,654 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 47,277 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and cracking in tread just legal

Fail 28 Aug 2014 47,276 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge and cracking in tread just legal

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 XGO is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 XGO, 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 XGO registered?

AF61 XGO is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is AF61 XGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 XGO shows 12 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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