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A8 JRB

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

69,680 mi
Last recorded69,680 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 JRB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 69,680 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 69,680 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 62,543 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 62,543 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2023 56,358 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 49,357 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Aug 2021 43,044 miles

suspension parts corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2020 39,085 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 34,786 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 32,947 miles

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2017 31,681 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 29,817 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 28,301 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 26,504 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 26,504 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Nov 2013 25,899 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 21,548 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 21,548 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2011 17,060 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 17,060 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 12,472 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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A8 JRB is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 A8 JRB, 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 A8 JRB registered?

A8 JRB is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 October 2007.

Is A8 JRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 JRB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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