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FW12 FUT

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,243 mi
Last recorded67,243 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 FUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 67,243 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Fail 24 Jul 2018 67,243 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

front brake discs slightly worn

roughness from nearside rear wheel when braking

Pass 3 Jul 2017 56,207 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 45,572 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 8 Jul 2015 36,035 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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FW12 FUT is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FW12 FUT, 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 FW12 FUT?

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What year was FW12 FUT registered?

FW12 FUT is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 July 2012.

Is FW12 FUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 FUT shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FW12 FUT have outstanding finance?

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