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66 GPT

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,992 mi
Last recorded90,992 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration66 GPT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Oct 2025 90,992 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 79,232 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 68,393 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 57,911 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 46,294 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 38,807 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 28,586 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 20,105 miles

Nearside Front wheel slightly buckled

Nearside Rear wheel slightly buckled

Offside Front wheel slightly buckled

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

all tyres starting to perish (slightly cracked)

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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66 GPT is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 66 GPT, 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

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What year was 66 GPT registered?

66 GPT is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 January 2016.

Is 66 GPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 66 GPT shows 8 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 66 GPT have outstanding finance?

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