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AK12 FZV

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

114,347 mi
Last recorded114,347 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 114,347 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter is slightly deteriorated

Fail 15 Jan 2026 114,347 miles

Nearside Front Outer cv gaiter is slightly deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 110,242 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 105,416 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 100,143 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 94,721 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 88,481 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2019 85,628 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 80,327 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 70,355 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 70,308 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 57,177 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs lipped

front brake pads wearing low

rear brake discs scored and pitted

rear brake pads worn close to the min legal limit

Pass 1 Apr 2015 43,827 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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AK12 FZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey 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 AK12 FZV, 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 AK12 FZV registered?

AK12 FZV is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is AK12 FZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 FZV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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