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AK62 HZG

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

125,711 mi
Last recorded125,711 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 HZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 125,711 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 116,956 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 107,218 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 98,911 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 94,015 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 88,594 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 73,986 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 67,821 miles

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

Trays and covers fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2018 53,696 miles

Child seats fitted

Detritus rich interior

Fail 17 Nov 2018 53,696 miles

Child seats fitted

Detritus rich interior

Windscreen washer not working No water (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 37,713 miles

Offside Rear Tyre perishing and has a nail in the tread.

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 24 Sep 2016 30,414 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has some deep cuts in the sidewall but no ply or cords seen.

Nearside Front Tyre outer sidewall heavily scrubbed.

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,307 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 HZG is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver 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 AK62 HZG, 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 HZG registered?

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

Is AK62 HZG safe to buy?

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