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L31 BAT

2020 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,564 mi
Last recorded16,564 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL31 BAT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 16,564 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 13,483 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 10,465 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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L31 BAT is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L31 BAT, 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

How do I check the history of L31 BAT?

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What year was L31 BAT registered?

L31 BAT is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 September 2020.

Is L31 BAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L31 BAT shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L31 BAT have outstanding finance?

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