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FV62 VXM

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,397 mi
Last recorded96,397 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 VXM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 96,397 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension and rear sub frame coated in underseal

Pass 10 Dec 2024 87,314 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 81,625 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 72,628 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 61,901 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 61,871 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 58,071 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 50,011 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 45,257 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 41,719 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 37,100 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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FV62 VXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV62 VXM, 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 FV62 VXM registered?

FV62 VXM is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 November 2012.

Is FV62 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 VXM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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