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A16 XBJ

2015 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

90,369 mi
Last recorded90,369 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Golf53,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 XBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2015
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 90,369 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 35,610 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 35,589 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 78,924 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 24,540 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 24,540 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 67,675 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn to 3mm

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 11,615 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 59,573 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 9,816 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 50,385 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 44,098 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 37,832 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2018 30,794 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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A16 XBJ is a 2015 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,423 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 A16 XBJ, 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 11 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 A16 XBJ registered?

A16 XBJ is a 2015 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 2015.

Is A16 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 XBJ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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