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AD07 EPJ

2007 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

99,105 mi
Last recorded99,105 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf84,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD07 EPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 99,105 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Excessively corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 93,437 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 87,076 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 87,073 miles

Emissions not tested due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 83,449 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 83,449 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 78,019 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 71,294 miles

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

Fail 1 Nov 2018 71,294 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Oct 2017 65,082 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 60,730 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 60,739 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 56,446 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 56,446 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 52,308 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 49,074 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 41,828 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 36,497 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 36,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 29,247 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 29,197 miles

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 31,043 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 22,553 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 EPJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 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 AD07 EPJ, 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.

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What year was AD07 EPJ registered?

AD07 EPJ is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 July 2007.

Is AD07 EPJ safe to buy?

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