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FV62 ZWX

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,011 mi
Last recorded80,011 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV62 ZWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 80,011 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge few cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 76,430 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 73,238 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 68,839 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 64,237 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 60,497 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 55,842 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 50,583 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2017 42,899 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 36,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 31,712 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 ZWX is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel 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 ZWX, 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 ZWX?

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What year was FV62 ZWX registered?

FV62 ZWX is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 November 2012.

Is FV62 ZWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 ZWX 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 ZWX have outstanding finance?

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