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A8 RJP

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

46,557 mi
Last recorded46,557 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 46,557 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2025 46,350 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 46,350 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 46,154 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 46,154 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 45,456 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2022 44,790 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 44,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 43,653 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 42,149 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 42,149 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2019 39,996 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 37,583 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 35,111 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 31,318 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 27,992 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 25,449 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 22,029 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 22,029 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 17,766 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 13,957 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 10,532 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 RJP is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 RJP, 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 RJP registered?

A8 RJP is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 August 2007.

Is A8 RJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 RJP shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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