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FR61 EKE

2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

114,014 mi
Last recorded114,014 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 EKE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 114,014 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 102,476 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 90,472 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 86,959 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 79,567 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 76,045 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 75,908 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 70,995 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 57,754 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf S TDI?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 2,703 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
8,387
Miles/Year
2,703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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FR61 EKE is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf S TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FR61 EKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was FR61 EKE registered?

FR61 EKE is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 24 February 2012.

Is FR61 EKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 EKE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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