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GF66 XSG

2016 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,268 mi
Last recorded55,268 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2024
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Golf48,547 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF66 XSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,395cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2024 55,268 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer perishing

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 51,067 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 22 Sep 2022 46,846 miles

both rear tyres are perishing

Pass 14 Sep 2021 44,028 miles

both rear tyres are perishing

Pass 21 Sep 2020 41,969 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 41,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 37,241 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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GF66 XSG is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,395cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 48,547 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 GF66 XSG, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF66 XSG?

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What year was GF66 XSG registered?

GF66 XSG is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 November 2016.

Is GF66 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF66 XSG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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