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359 UHW

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,438 mi
Last recorded126,438 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration359 UHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 126,438 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 121,317 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 114,482 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 107,427 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 101,555 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 98,083 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 95,758 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2020 95,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 93,397 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 90,626 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 88,279 miles

oil leak

Fail 10 Apr 2017 88,252 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

oil leak

Pass 24 Feb 2016 83,665 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 69,155 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2015 69,155 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Near side rear tyre worn on inner edge almost to cords

Pass 3 Mar 2014 50,874 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 34,232 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 31,291 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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359 UHW is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 77,542 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 359 UHW, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 359 UHW registered?

359 UHW is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 July 2009.

Is 359 UHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 359 UHW shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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