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A18 XRF

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

75,543 mi
Last recorded75,543 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 XRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 75,543 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 68,584 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 61,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge +SPLITTING ON INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge +SPLITTING ON INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 49,466 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 47,910 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (corrosion) (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (corrosion) (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 45,669 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake back plate corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2020 44,923 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 42,576 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 40,091 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 37,867 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 34,982 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 31,810 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 27,025 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 230,086 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 19,516 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 15,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 12,335 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 12,335 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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A18 XRF is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 A18 XRF, 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

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What year was A18 XRF registered?

A18 XRF is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 July 2007.

Is A18 XRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 XRF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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