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A3 FVG

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,417 mi
Last recorded55,417 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 FVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Apr 2026 55,417 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 51,035 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff link rod (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 45,212 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSF & OSF (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2023 39,957 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 34,350 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 30,609 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords nail in tyre inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 24,111 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 14,266 miles

Nearside wiper blade torn edges

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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A3 FVG is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A3 FVG, 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

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What year was A3 FVG registered?

A3 FVG is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 February 2016.

Is A3 FVG safe to buy?

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