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GM69 ARU

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,560 mi
Last recorded56,560 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM69 ARU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 56,560 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge, Tread measured at Inner - Outer 3mm 3mm 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2025 49,310 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 39,100 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge 195/65/15 95t

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2024 39,100 miles

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in outer edge cord visible ! (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge 195/65/15 95t

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 27,918 miles

Coolant level on minimum

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

Rear registration plate cleaned for test

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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GM69 ARU is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 GM69 ARU, 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.

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What year was GM69 ARU registered?

GM69 ARU is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 February 2020.

Is GM69 ARU safe to buy?

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