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AJ12 FRN

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,127 mi
Last recorded101,127 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 FRN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2022 101,127 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 99,514 miles

Central exhaust clamp deteriorated

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 99,421 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central exhaust clamps deteriorated

Pass 19 Jun 2019 97,120 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 9 Jul 2018 94,913 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 4 Jul 2017 87,060 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Jul 2016 67,833 miles

Under trays fitted

Fail 11 Jul 2016 67,811 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Front Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings near shock absorber and engine mounting (6.1.B.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Under trays fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2015 54,320 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre 2.mm and bald outer edge

o/s/f tyre 1.6mm

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 FRN is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AJ12 FRN, 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.

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What year was AJ12 FRN registered?

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

Is AJ12 FRN safe to buy?

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