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G5 HWT

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,244 mi
Last recorded35,244 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 HWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 35,244 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2025 159,538 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under floor and components have age related corrosion

Pass 30 Apr 2025 30,940 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 145,646 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 145,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 28,464 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 130,206 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 22,788 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2022 110,535 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 96,325 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Sep 2020 84,513 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 72,869 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2018 61,327 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 49,336 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2016 39,941 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 31,176 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 24,547 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 17,427 miles

o/s rear tyre has been string repaired on sidewall (205/55r16)

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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G5 HWT is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 30,972 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 G5 HWT, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G5 HWT registered?

G5 HWT is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 January 2020.

Is G5 HWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 HWT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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