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07KE2197

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

161,199 mi
Last recorded161,199 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration07KE2197
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 161,199 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 161,199 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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07KE2197 is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 07KE2197, 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

How do I check the history of 07KE2197?

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What year was 07KE2197 registered?

07KE2197 is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 2007.

Is 07KE2197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 07KE2197 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 07KE2197 have outstanding finance?

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