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A22 JAT

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

63,860 mi
Last recorded63,860 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 JAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 63,860 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 61,499 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 58,322 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 57,317 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 52,504 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 49,790 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 46,446 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 45,478 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 41,952 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 32,808 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 32,808 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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A22 JAT is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 A22 JAT, 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

How do I check the history of A22 JAT?

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What year was A22 JAT registered?

A22 JAT is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 June 2016.

Is A22 JAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 JAT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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