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AK61 WLC

2012 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,279 mi
Last recorded157,279 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 WLC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 157,279 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2026 157,276 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 91v (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 147,178 miles

Centre section exhaust sleeve corroded

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 136,273 miles

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 123,777 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 123,777 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jan 2022 114,832 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 105,803 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 95,358 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 77,216 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 62,677 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 53,767 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 47,266 miles

DPF FITTED TOO CLEAN FOR SMOKE TEST

Pass 15 Jan 2015 37,421 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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AK61 WLC is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK61 WLC, 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 AK61 WLC registered?

AK61 WLC is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 January 2012.

Is AK61 WLC safe to buy?

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