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A23 JMF

2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

103,013 mi
Last recorded103,013 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,687 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 JMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 103,013 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 97,868 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 91,765 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 85,521 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of seals n/s and o/s

Pass 15 Jun 2022 80,687 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 80,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 75,866 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 72,014 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 72,014 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 67,613 miles

both headlamps are milky in colour.

Pass 19 Jun 2018 62,335 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 57,850 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 53,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 48,798 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 43,917 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 37,377 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 32,780 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 30,336 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 27,116 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 22,510 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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A23 JMF is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 80,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 JMF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A23 JMF?

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What year was A23 JMF registered?

A23 JMF is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is A23 JMF safe to buy?

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