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DKZ 9742

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

144,136 mi
Last recorded144,136 miles
Recorded on26 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKZ 9742
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2019 144,136 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 139,518 miles

corrosion:- offside front outer sill

slight play offside front inner steering rack joint

Pass 15 Sep 2014 128,671 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 112,659 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 112,659 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 97,765 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 90,489 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 90,489 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 85,685 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 81,957 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 76,210 miles

topped up engine with two litres of oil

Oil leak

Pass 10 Aug 2007 64,222 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 55,351 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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DKZ 9742 is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 98,404 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 DKZ 9742, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DKZ 9742?

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What year was DKZ 9742 registered?

DKZ 9742 is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is DKZ 9742 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKZ 9742 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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