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MJ72 EBU

2022 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,955 mi
Last recorded28,955 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2022 Volkswagen Golf26,159 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ72 EBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2022
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 28,955 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 28,952 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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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MJ72 EBU is a 2022 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2022 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 26,159 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 MJ72 EBU, 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 4 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ72 EBU registered?

MJ72 EBU is a 2022 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 October 2022.

Is MJ72 EBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ72 EBU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ72 EBU have outstanding finance?

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