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2014 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,868 mi
Last recorded29,868 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2014 Volkswagen Golf60,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration26280
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 29,868 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 29,145 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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26280 is a 2014 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2014 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 60,585 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 26280, 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 12 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 26280 registered?

26280 is a 2014 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 January 2014.

Is 26280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 26280 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.

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