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NL20 BXF

2020 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,936 mi
Last recorded36,936 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL20 BXF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 36,936 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Apr 2026 36,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 32,586 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 32,586 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2024 26,508 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 14,865 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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NL20 BXF is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 NL20 BXF, 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 NL20 BXF?

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What year was NL20 BXF registered?

NL20 BXF is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 2020.

Is NL20 BXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL20 BXF shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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