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AC58 FDK

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

140,554 mi
Last recorded140,554 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC58 FDK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 140,554 miles

Offside rear light cluster broken.

Pass 8 Oct 2024 133,206 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight blow from flexi section of exhaust.

Pass 4 Nov 2023 123,530 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 123,210 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 113,952 miles

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 113,952 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 103,087 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 30 Sep 2021 103,087 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Sep 2020 94,246 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 89,512 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2019 89,512 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low both front headlight beams to low, adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 76,766 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2017 69,302 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 57,573 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 50,167 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 43,324 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 34,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise rear tyres have cracks in tread

Pass 8 Oct 2012 25,558 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 18,420 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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AC58 FDK is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 77,542 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 AC58 FDK, 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 17 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 AC58 FDK registered?

AC58 FDK is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 February 2009.

Is AC58 FDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC58 FDK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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