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FW12 HZU

2012 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,617 mi
Last recorded110,617 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Golf70,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW12 HZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2023 110,617 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 100,837 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 90,372 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 80,473 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 70,355 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 59,714 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 51,345 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 40,575 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 28,960 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 HZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FW12 HZU, 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 HZU?

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What year was FW12 HZU registered?

FW12 HZU is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is FW12 HZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FW12 HZU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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