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AJ12 RWK

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

84,315 mi
Last recorded84,315 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ12 RWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 84,315 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 81,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension components generally corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2024 79,742 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 75,909 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 72,363 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 69,030 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 65,874 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 64,024 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear tyre worn outside edge

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

engine cover and under cover fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2018 60,693 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 52,898 miles

Emissions too low to read

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

Fail 31 May 2017 52,896 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Emissions too low to read

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 42,914 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

emissions output to low to record measurement

Pass 29 Jun 2015 32,201 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 RWK is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RWK, 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 RWK registered?

AJ12 RWK is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is AJ12 RWK safe to buy?

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