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AY23 ZBG

2023 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

10,293 mi
Last recorded10,293 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2023 Volkswagen Golf23,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY23 ZBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2023
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2026 10,293 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel tyre retaining ring not correctly fitted (5.2.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

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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AY23 ZBG is a 2023 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2023 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 23,915 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 AY23 ZBG, 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 3 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 AY23 ZBG?

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What year was AY23 ZBG registered?

AY23 ZBG is a 2023 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 March 2023.

Is AY23 ZBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY23 ZBG shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY23 ZBG have outstanding finance?

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