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AF62 ORN

2012 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

84,470 mi
Last recorded84,470 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 ORN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 84,470 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 78,427 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 66,776 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 58,677 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 50,920 miles

Engine oil level low

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on edge and 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on edge and 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 43,270 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 43,270 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2019 33,463 miles

offside rear reverse light not working

service light on

Pass 18 Aug 2018 26,221 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 24,774 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 23,141 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 20,928 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 20,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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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AF62 ORN is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 70,523 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 AF62 ORN, 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 14 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 AF62 ORN registered?

AF62 ORN is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is AF62 ORN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 ORN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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