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AJ12 FRF

2012 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

109,019 mi
Last recorded109,019 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 FRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 109,019 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 106,393 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 94,792 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023
Pass 18 Nov 2021 69,837 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 60,678 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 55,796 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 51,303 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 43,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 35,686 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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AJ12 FRF is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJ12 FRF, 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 AJ12 FRF?

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What year was AJ12 FRF registered?

AJ12 FRF is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 2012.

Is AJ12 FRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 FRF shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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