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AF61 ZLX

2011 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,927 mi
Last recorded166,927 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf76,587 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF61 ZLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 166,927 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 159,828 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2023 159,410 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 157,245 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 155,931 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bush front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rubber bush front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 154,503 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 138,681 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 138,681 miles

Nearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 122,074 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2017 122,073 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 110,275 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 96,187 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 96,053 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 75,817 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 ZLX is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ZLX, 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 ZLX registered?

AF61 ZLX is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is AF61 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF61 ZLX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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