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N1 TBM

2006 Volkswagen Golf R32

Silver Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,746 mi
Last recorded86,746 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf R3265,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN1 TBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R32
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2026 86,746 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 86,083 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 85,858 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 85,800 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 84,257 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 83,209 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 80,186 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 79,383 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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N1 TBM is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32 in Silver with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N1 TBM, 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.

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What year was N1 TBM registered?

N1 TBM is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32, first registered on 5 July 2006.

Is N1 TBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N1 TBM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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