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A7 EVW

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

119,018 mi
Last recorded119,018 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 EVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 119,018 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Vehicle under body and components corroded surface rust

Pass 30 Aug 2024 114,133 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 109,665 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 106,802 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 112,411 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 97,313 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 91,663 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 83,813 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 73,643 miles

Nearside repeater lens damaged

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 64,186 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 59,471 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 59,401 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 55,412 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 50,331 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2012 43,794 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 36,777 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 30,944 miles

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

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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A7 EVW is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 84,854 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 A7 EVW, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 EVW registered?

A7 EVW is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is A7 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 EVW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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