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A414 PAT

2006 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,975 mi
Last recorded131,975 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf85,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA414 PAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2021 131,975 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 120,293 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 117,250 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 117,250 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 113,248 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 108,477 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 103,330 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 95,700 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 86,851 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 78,464 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 69,344 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 63,674 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 61,537 miles

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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A414 PAT is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 85,175 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 A414 PAT, 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.

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What year was A414 PAT registered?

A414 PAT is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is A414 PAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A414 PAT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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