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221285

2015 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,607 mi
Last recorded35,607 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Golf53,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration221285
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2015
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,197cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 35,607 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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221285 is a 2015 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 221285, 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

How do I check the history of 221285?

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What year was 221285 registered?

221285 is a 2015 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 April 2015.

Is 221285 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 221285 shows 1 test 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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