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AKX 1S

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,787 mi
Last recorded42,787 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 1S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 42,787 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 27,242 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 15,603 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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AKX 1S is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 30,972 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 AKX 1S, 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 6 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 AKX 1S?

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What year was AKX 1S registered?

AKX 1S is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 February 2020.

Is AKX 1S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKX 1S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKX 1S have outstanding finance?

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