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CFM 194W

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,719 mi
Last recorded71,719 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFM 194W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 71,719 miles

Engine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 15 Oct 2024 65,474 miles

Under trays fitted.

Pass 17 Oct 2023 108,434 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 62,990 miles

(under tray covers fitted)

Pass 17 Oct 2022 59,513 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 103,857 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 99,881 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 50,801 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 37,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 93,247 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2020

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Pass 29 Aug 2019 85,604 miles

covers /undertrays fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2019 85,600 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

covers /undertrays fitted

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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CFM 194W is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 48,547 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 CFM 194W, 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 10 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 CFM 194W?

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What year was CFM 194W registered?

CFM 194W is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 October 2016.

Is CFM 194W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFM 194W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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