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AJ61 OBH

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

148,683 mi
Last recorded148,683 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 148,683 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both os+ns (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 140,890 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise replace asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 134,924 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 123,707 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 115,132 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 108,898 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 108,894 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 97,170 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 85,867 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 73,620 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 59,117 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2016 59,117 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 47,626 miles

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 OBH is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc 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 AJ61 OBH, 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 AJ61 OBH registered?

AJ61 OBH is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 February 2012.

Is AJ61 OBH safe to buy?

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