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312 DYV

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,274 mi
Last recorded60,274 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration312 DYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 27 Jan 2026 60,274 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 53,711 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 47,153 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 41,875 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 35,440 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 29,259 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 25,613 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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312 DYV is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 48,547 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 312 DYV, 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 10 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 312 DYV?

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What year was 312 DYV registered?

312 DYV is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is 312 DYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 312 DYV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 312 DYV have outstanding finance?

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