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AF62 WVD

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

43,813 mi
Last recorded43,813 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 43,813 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 40,747 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Pass 29 Aug 2023 38,013 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm and worn low on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 34,814 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Aug 2022 34,812 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 32,231 miles

Both nearside and offside front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

Pass 8 Sep 2020 29,932 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 27,043 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 23,388 miles

Fuel cap seal deteriorated

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear tyres showing signs of age

Pass 5 Sep 2017 19,340 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on inner and outer edges, advise replaced

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

offside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on inner edge, advise replaced

Pass 31 Aug 2016 15,066 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 11,711 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 WVD 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 WVD, 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 WVD registered?

AF62 WVD is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 September 2012.

Is AF62 WVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 WVD 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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