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FW12 HWB

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

58,969 mi
Last recorded58,969 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 58,969 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 58,955 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 May 2025 47,177 miles
Fail 10 May 2025 47,177 miles

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2024 44,484 miles
Fail 20 May 2024 44,484 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective spilt (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195 65 r15 91v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2023 40,519 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Apr 2023 40,519 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Mar 2022 36,116 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,844 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 31,844 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 29,065 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 29,065 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 26,378 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 22,986 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 20,189 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 17,432 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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FW12 HWB is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 HWB, 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 FW12 HWB registered?

FW12 HWB is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 August 2012.

Is FW12 HWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 HWB shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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