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AK62 HKL

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,634 mi
Last recorded122,634 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 HKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 122,634 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted not allowing for full inspcetion

Pass 18 Dec 2020 117,069 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 104,876 miles

unable to inspect rear seat belts (seats in the stowed position)

Fail 18 Jun 2019 104,876 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

unable to inspect rear seat belts (seats in the stowed position)

Pass 12 Jun 2018 87,248 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2017 74,233 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 59,509 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 59,509 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 43,803 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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AK62 HKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Black 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 AK62 HKL, 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 AK62 HKL registered?

AK62 HKL is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AK62 HKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 HKL 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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