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F1 WEL

2000 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

172,187 mi
Last recorded172,187 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF1 WEL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 172,187 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 May 2021 171,020 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 170,501 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 169,739 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 164,401 miles

sill coverd by body kit

under try fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2016 155,583 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe covered

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 11 Jul 2016 155,583 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake pipe covered

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 142,521 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)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 131,230 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 122,239 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 122,231 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 115,453 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 108,638 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 98,854 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 88,467 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 76,334 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 69,347 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 60,230 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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F1 WEL is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F1 WEL, 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.

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What year was F1 WEL registered?

F1 WEL is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is F1 WEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F1 WEL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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