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AD07 DYB

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

126,185 mi
Last recorded126,185 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD07 DYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 May 2019 126,185 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability 1 coil over fitted and 1 std strut fitted across front (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Position lamp incorrect colour side lights should turn off when indicators come on if indicators lit up with sidelights (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front drop link fitted incorrecly

Pass 13 Apr 2018 121,184 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside and nearside (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear handbrake binding

handbrake 16%

Pass 19 Apr 2017 115,027 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 102,101 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 92,445 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 83,299 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 75,653 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 63,682 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 51,905 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 40,164 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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AD07 DYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AD07 DYB, 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 AD07 DYB registered?

AD07 DYB is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 May 2007.

Is AD07 DYB safe to buy?

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