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A7 SPF

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,112 mi
Last recorded42,112 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 SPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2026 42,112 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 39,848 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 37,923 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 35,576 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 32,399 miles

Front brake pads wearing

Pass 18 Jan 2021 29,708 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 28,698 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective n/s and o/s. (3.4 (b) (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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A7 SPF is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 A7 SPF, 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

How do I check the history of A7 SPF?

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What year was A7 SPF registered?

A7 SPF is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 September 2016.

Is A7 SPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 SPF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 SPF have outstanding finance?

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