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AC58 FGV

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

112,253 mi
Last recorded112,253 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 112,253 miles

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 112,253 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 107,462 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Sep 2023 97,571 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 93,633 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jan 2022 88,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2022 88,706 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Metal on metal. (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 83,792 miles

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

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))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 79,654 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2019 73,491 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 66,780 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2017 59,741 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 52,074 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 45,019 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 37,890 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 31,173 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 23,129 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 FGV is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 FGV, 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.

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What year was AC58 FGV registered?

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

Is AC58 FGV safe to buy?

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