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H861 POH

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1738cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

151,528 mi
Last recorded151,528 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH861 POH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,738cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 151,528 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 149,501 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 149,498 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 149,470 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 149,169 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 149,067 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 149,042 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 149,027 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 148,766 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 148,428 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 147,047 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 147,028 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 81,966 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 137,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 83,589 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 70,774 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 70,774 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

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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H861 POH is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,738cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 H861 POH, 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

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What year was H861 POH registered?

H861 POH is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is H861 POH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H861 POH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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