CarVerify

Free Car Check

AC58 HLM

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,840 mi
Last recorded109,840 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC58 HLM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 109,840 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2025 109,840 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2024 106,003 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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 13 Dec 2023 102,524 miles

bonnet lever missing

Fail 5 Dec 2023 102,513 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working bulb holder rusty/ corroded (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

bonnet lever missing

Pass 21 Jun 2022 95,566 miles

both front tyres low on edges

both rear tyres has slight play

Pass 22 Jun 2021 89,588 miles

both front tyres low on edges

o/s/r pads wearing low-discs corroded

Fail 22 Jun 2021 89,588 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective bonnet not working (3.1 (c))

both front tyres low on edges

o/s/r pads wearing low-discs corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2020 86,354 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 12 Mar 2019 79,546 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 68,143 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2017 67,980 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 59,748 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 54,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit NAIL IN TYRE AND PERISHED (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit AND PERISHED (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 46,492 miles

ns wiper poor

Pass 3 Feb 2014 39,700 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2013 33,710 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 26,922 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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
Full Volkswagen Golf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AC58 HLM is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HLM, 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

How do I check the history of AC58 HLM?

You can check the full history of AC58 HLM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AC58 HLM registered?

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

Is AC58 HLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC58 HLM 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.

Does AC58 HLM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AC58 HLM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.