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AJ12 RVV

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

124,270 mi
Last recorded124,270 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 RVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 124,270 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2025 118,969 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 21 Feb 2025 118,918 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Feb 2024 108,890 miles

hand brake travel on limit

Pass 22 Feb 2023 98,280 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2023 98,280 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed i do not recommend driving on this tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed i do not recommend driving on this tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Mar 2022 88,784 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 78,243 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 68,677 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 58,751 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 48,920 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 40,475 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 26,704 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 RVV is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RVV, 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 AJ12 RVV registered?

AJ12 RVV is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 June 2012.

Is AJ12 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ12 RVV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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