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FR61 FNE

2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

191,827 mi
Last recorded191,827 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR61 FNE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 191,827 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 184,546 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 169,260 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 169,121 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 154,047 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 153,886 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 123,776 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 123,743 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 102,399 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 90,244 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 77,826 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 FNE is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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How do I check the history of FR61 FNE?

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What year was FR61 FNE registered?

FR61 FNE is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 26 February 2012.

Is FR61 FNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FR61 FNE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FR61 FNE have outstanding finance?

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