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FV62 XFH

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,488 mi
Last recorded109,488 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 109,488 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 95,331 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 95,329 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device insecure Nearside front door mirror. Damaged (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 86,793 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 78,431 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 68,781 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 63,370 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 58,073 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 51,513 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 43,558 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 35,752 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 24,919 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 XFH is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 XFH, 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

How do I check the history of FV62 XFH?

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What year was FV62 XFH registered?

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

Is FV62 XFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 XFH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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