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A51 MSS

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,409 mi
Last recorded132,409 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA51 MSS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 132,409 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 124,109 miles

Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view multiple stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 114,213 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 107,604 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2023 107,603 miles

Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 95,281 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 88,015 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 83,208 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 78,829 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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A51 MSS is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A51 MSS, 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.

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What year was A51 MSS registered?

A51 MSS is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 January 2016.

Is A51 MSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A51 MSS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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