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BW56 BSY

2007 Volkswagen Golf R32

Black Petrol 3186cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,393 mi
Last recorded68,393 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Golf R3273,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW56 BSY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R32
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,186cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 68,393 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 67,651 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 14 May 2025 67,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 66,696 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 66,683 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R32?

Based on 957 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
2,999
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Headlamp aim too low 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 2
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2
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BW56 BSY is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf R32 in Black with a 3,186cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Golf R32 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 73,797 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 R32 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BW56 BSY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf R32 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R32 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BW56 BSY registered?

BW56 BSY is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf R32, first registered on 19 January 2007.

Is BW56 BSY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW56 BSY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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