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868 APB

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,195 mi
Last recorded20,195 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration868 APB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2025 20,195 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 19,605 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 19,454 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 19,239 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 18,910 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 18,520 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 17,902 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 17,304 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 16,874 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 16,516 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 16,008 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 14,882 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 13,874 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 11,207 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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868 APB is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 868 APB, 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 868 APB registered?

868 APB is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 September 2009.

Is 868 APB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 868 APB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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