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FV62 VZA

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

108,747 mi
Last recorded108,747 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 VZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 108,747 miles

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

Underbody and components slightly rusty

Pass 17 Sep 2024 101,863 miles

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

Underbody and components slightly rusty

Pass 18 Sep 2023 93,812 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2023 93,812 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 86,565 miles

both rear springs corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2022 86,564 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

both rear springs corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2021 80,657 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 76,402 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 71,217 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 64,046 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2017 56,126 miles

Both front brake discs are slightly worn

Both rear tyres are starting to perish

Pass 1 Nov 2016 46,733 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 46,725 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 31 Oct 2016 46,725 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 36,515 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 VZA is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FV62 VZA, 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 FV62 VZA registered?

FV62 VZA is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 November 2012.

Is FV62 VZA safe to buy?

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