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AC58 FFE

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

105,407 mi
Last recorded105,407 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 105,407 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 105,404 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 92,015 miles

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))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 92,015 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 26 Jun 2017 78,972 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 78,972 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 66,629 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 10 Jul 2015 54,468 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2014 43,552 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2013 29,581 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2013 28,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 28,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,491 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 FFE is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FFE, 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 FFE registered?

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

Is AC58 FFE safe to buy?

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