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A22 PMG

2006 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

131,894 mi
Last recorded131,894 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf85,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 PMG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 131,894 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 124,498 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 115,502 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Outer casing split (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 103,393 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 90,635 miles

Upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 17 Aug 2020 80,125 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 19 Aug 2019 70,941 miles

upper and lower covers fitted

Pass 25 Jul 2018 64,544 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 64,544 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2017 59,878 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 55,176 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 55,176 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 55,159 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 49,580 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 49,580 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 44,064 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 38,195 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Towbar fog light not working

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 34,325 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 29,896 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 29,896 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 25,925 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 17,312 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 17,312 miles

Nearside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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 PMG is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,175 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 PMG, 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 20 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 A22 PMG registered?

A22 PMG is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2006.

Is A22 PMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 PMG shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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