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1973 OO

2015 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

77,340 mi
Last recorded77,340 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Golf53,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration1973 OO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 77,340 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front shock absorber corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front shock absorber corroded

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 71,117 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 62,596 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 55,678 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 47,224 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 38,741 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 31,640 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 25,420 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 25,420 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 17,415 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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1973 OO is a 2015 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,423 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 1973 OO, 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 11 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1973 OO registered?

1973 OO is a 2015 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 May 2015.

Is 1973 OO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1973 OO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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