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AC51 LVA

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

144,050 mi
Last recorded144,050 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC51 LVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2023 144,050 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2023 144,049 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 134,636 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 134,624 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 120,345 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2021 120,034 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 104,360 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rears (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 94,022 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 94,022 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 83,424 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 78,023 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 71,730 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 64,843 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 58,609 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 51,516 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 44,147 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 37,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 29,494 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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AC51 LVA is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AC51 LVA, 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 AC51 LVA registered?

AC51 LVA is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 November 2007.

Is AC51 LVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC51 LVA shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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