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BX18 OOY

2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,559 mi
Last recorded56,559 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX18 OOY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 56,559 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 48,358 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 38,925 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 38,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged cords cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder/ air freshener ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 31,861 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Under tray covers fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2022 26,759 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 18,445 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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BX18 OOY is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX18 OOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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BX18 OOY is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 1 March 2018.

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