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21 BX

2018 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,085 mi
Last recorded40,085 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Golf39,743 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 BX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2025 40,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 34,001 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 26,867 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 20,378 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 14,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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21 BX is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 39,743 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 21 BX, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 21 BX?

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What year was 21 BX registered?

21 BX is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2018.

Is 21 BX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 BX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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