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FV62 YKN

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,350 mi
Last recorded63,350 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 YKN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 63,350 miles
Fail 15 May 2026 63,347 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective rubber seal damage (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2025 62,073 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 54,830 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 49,739 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 49,163 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 43,047 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 30,028 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 29,719 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 27,757 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 25,206 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 23,075 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,135 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 YKN is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YKN, 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 YKN registered?

FV62 YKN is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is FV62 YKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 YKN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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