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AF62 TZG

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,008 mi
Last recorded113,008 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 TZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 113,008 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 113,003 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 95,924 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 72,418 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 56,342 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 56,342 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 48,093 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge mid section 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 34,829 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 34,829 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 25,697 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 22,382 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 16,795 miles

Nearside Rear water in light uint

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 TZG is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 AF62 TZG, 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 TZG registered?

AF62 TZG is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 September 2012.

Is AF62 TZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 TZG 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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