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FV62 XEM

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

92,837 mi
Last recorded92,837 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 92,837 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-65-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195-65-15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 89,623 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge - 195-65-15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195-65-15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 84,200 miles

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

Offside Rear Panel damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2024 83,531 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 83,528 miles

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 81,806 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 76,095 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 76,095 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2021 71,233 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 63,187 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 57,486 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 51,455 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 45,535 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 39,560 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 39,560 miles

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 32,701 miles

Engine under tray fitted restricts view of components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 XEM is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FV62 XEM, 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 XEM registered?

FV62 XEM is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is FV62 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 XEM shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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