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JIG 8861

2006 Volkswagen Golf R32

Silver Other 3189cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

153,582 mi
Last recorded153,582 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf R3265,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 8861
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R32
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 153,582 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 148,425 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 143,475 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 143,290 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 140,958 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 132,933 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 132,217 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 121,522 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 120,946 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 110,877 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 110,125 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R32?

Based on 957 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
2,999
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Headlamp aim too low 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 2
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2
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JIG 8861 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32 in Silver with a 3,189cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 65,098 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 R32 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JIG 8861, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf R32 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R32 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JIG 8861 registered?

JIG 8861 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32, first registered on 10 April 2006.

Is JIG 8861 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIG 8861 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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