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G53 DAN

2019 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,460 mi
Last recorded38,460 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2019 Volkswagen Golf35,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG53 DAN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 38,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 32,713 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 30,115 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 25,195 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 17,573 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 79,786 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Dec 2011 79,786 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 69,592 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 68,243 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 60,618 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 52,394 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 45,650 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 40,807 miles

corrosion on exhaust

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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G53 DAN is a 2019 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2019 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 35,288 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 G53 DAN, 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 7 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G53 DAN registered?

G53 DAN is a 2019 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 April 2019.

Is G53 DAN safe to buy?

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