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FV62 XEK

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

111,202 mi
Last recorded111,202 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 XEK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 111,202 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2025 107,226 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 102,356 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 98,205 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 93,359 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 90,259 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 87,986 miles

Undertrays fitted, Some underbody parts not inspected

Pass 9 Nov 2018 81,030 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

fuel cap seal deteriorated.

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection.

Pass 7 Nov 2017 67,904 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

full length undertrays fitted preventing full inspection.

Pass 26 Oct 2016 52,736 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r brake slight binding

Pass 3 Nov 2015 40,173 miles

rear number plate damaged

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 XEK is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol 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 XEK, 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 XEK registered?

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

Is FV62 XEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 XEK 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.

Does FV62 XEK have outstanding finance?

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