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018260

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

126,525 mi
Last recorded126,525 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration018260
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2025 126,525 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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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018260 is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,854 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 018260, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 018260 registered?

018260 is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 October 2007.

Is 018260 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 018260 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 018260 have outstanding finance?

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