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290 MNN

2021 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 2487cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

40,637 mi
Last recorded40,637 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Golf30,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration290 MNN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine2,487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 40,637 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 36,721 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 58,171 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 29,120 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 55,921 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 52,388 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pads worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 49,724 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 47,846 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 45,247 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 36,452 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 26,813 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 28 Jun 2018 26,813 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

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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290 MNN is a 2021 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,487cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 30,557 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 290 MNN, 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 5 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 290 MNN registered?

290 MNN is a 2021 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 April 2021.

Is 290 MNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 290 MNN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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