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A23 JFM

2016 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,109 mi
Last recorded82,109 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 JFM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 82,109 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 75,476 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 70,833 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 63,051 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 48,605 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 38,481 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 29,660 miles

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

Fail 31 Jan 2020 29,659 miles

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

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

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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A23 JFM is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 48,547 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 A23 JFM, 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 A23 JFM?

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What year was A23 JFM registered?

A23 JFM is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 December 2016.

Is A23 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 JFM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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