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AB54 ROW

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,795 mi
Last recorded108,795 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB54 ROW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 108,795 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 99,788 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2023 94,500 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 89,566 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 76,572 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 63,020 miles

both rear tyres cracking on edges

Pass 10 May 2019 46,039 miles

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

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

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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AB54 ROW is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc 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 AB54 ROW, 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 AB54 ROW registered?

AB54 ROW is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is AB54 ROW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB54 ROW 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.

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