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48 RNK

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,910 mi
Last recorded98,910 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration48 RNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 98,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 15 Aug 2025 98,907 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2024 85,428 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 74,419 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 64,562 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 55,196 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output beam deflectors fitted to both lamps......... (4.1.4 (b))

Ignition key is damaged....

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall perished.... (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear 2 x number plate lamps are Dull..........

Steering lock not functioning due to damaged key.... (7.3 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 50,626 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 46,284 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 43,427 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 38,370 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 36,043 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 33,343 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 30,692 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 27,390 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 23,895 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 23,895 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 19,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,032 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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48 RNK is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,854 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 48 RNK, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 48 RNK?

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What year was 48 RNK registered?

48 RNK is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 October 2007.

Is 48 RNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 48 RNK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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