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AK62 ZXF

2013 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

28,648 mi
Last recorded28,648 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Golf64,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 ZXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 28,648 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 27,295 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 25,474 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 23,514 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 21,405 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 20,086 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 20,086 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TREADS LIFTING AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TREADS LIFTING AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TREADS LIFTING AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TREADS LIFTING AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2020 18,837 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 16,796 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 14,012 miles

Nearside Rear bumper has some damage

Pass 17 Feb 2017 11,582 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both starting to corrode (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 9,107 miles

Offside Rear tyre has deep cut in tread area, Keep a check.

Fail 9 Feb 2016 9,107 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre has deep cut in tread area, Keep a check.

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

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 ZXF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 64,746 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 ZXF, 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 13 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 AK62 ZXF registered?

AK62 ZXF is a 2013 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 February 2013.

Is AK62 ZXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 ZXF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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