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AJ61 CVH

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

186,057 mi
Last recorded186,057 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ61 CVH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 186,057 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 181,596 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 178,489 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 169,509 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 137,895 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2020 137,643 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 120,281 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 102,087 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 80,038 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 41,399 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 41,399 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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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AJ61 CVH is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 AJ61 CVH, 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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How do I check the history of AJ61 CVH?

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What year was AJ61 CVH registered?

AJ61 CVH is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 January 2012.

Is AJ61 CVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ61 CVH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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