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A9 VHP

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,847 mi
Last recorded96,847 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 VHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Jan 2026 96,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 93,778 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively signs of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2024 87,883 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear nail in tyre

Pass 16 Feb 2023 83,563 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2022 73,353 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2021 64,576 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

front tyres feathering inner and outer sides getting low

Pass 16 May 2019 46,416 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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A9 VHP is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Grey 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 A9 VHP, 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

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What year was A9 VHP registered?

A9 VHP is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 June 2016.

Is A9 VHP safe to buy?

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