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AK12 CGZ

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2021
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,078 mi
Last recorded112,078 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2020
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 CGZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2020 112,078 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 102,851 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 86,386 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 70,810 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 70,810 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 58,765 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 58,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 52,704 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 36,024 miles

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

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

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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AK12 CGZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey 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 AK12 CGZ, 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

How do I check the history of AK12 CGZ?

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What year was AK12 CGZ registered?

AK12 CGZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is AK12 CGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 CGZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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