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AF62 VLB

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

53,138 mi
Last recorded53,138 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VLB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 53,138 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 50,511 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 48,478 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 48,478 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))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 45,640 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 43,266 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 41,449 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 38,935 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 35,515 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 32,259 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 29,390 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 26,461 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing thin on inner edge of tread

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 VLB is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VLB, 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 VLB registered?

AF62 VLB is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AF62 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 VLB shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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