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AF62 VZS

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

59,124 mi
Last recorded59,124 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 VZS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 59,124 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 56,226 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 49,864 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 46,843 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 44,362 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 43,542 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 41,093 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 36,376 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 32,065 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 32,065 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 25,081 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 19,312 miles

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 VZS is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Red 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 VZS, 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

How do I check the history of AF62 VZS?

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What year was AF62 VZS registered?

AF62 VZS is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is AF62 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 VZS 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.

Does AF62 VZS have outstanding finance?

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