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FV62 ZXU

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

94,934 mi
Last recorded94,934 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 94,934 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

TPMS light on

Pass 2 Apr 2025 87,163 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Tpms light on

Fail 2 Apr 2025 87,163 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Reverse lights not working

Tpms light on

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 81,003 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 74,008 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 73,991 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 72,054 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 65,908 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 60,870 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 55,624 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 48,189 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2018 48,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 40,792 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Oct 2016 34,226 miles

Nearside Front tyre cut in inner side wall

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Nov 2015 29,133 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 ZXU is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ZXU, 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 ZXU registered?

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

Is FV62 ZXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV62 ZXU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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