MOT Status
Mileage
210,063 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right kick up (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right kick up (4.1.2 (a))
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FS861EB is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 FS861EB, 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 FS861EB?
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What year was FS861EB registered?
FS861EB is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 September 2000.
Is FS861EB safe to buy?
The MOT history for FS861EB shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FS861EB have outstanding finance?
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