CarVerify

Free Car Check

R32 CYA

2003 Volkswagen Golf R32

Blue Petrol 3189cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

139,383 mi
Last recorded139,383 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32102,664 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 CYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R32
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 139,383 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 137,033 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 135,166 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 132,415 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 132,415 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inside edge and almost through to cords. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 126,242 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 118,497 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 113,413 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 108,152 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 102,318 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 94,201 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 88,545 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 87,715 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 87,715 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 82,165 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 82,165 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 77,792 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 77,792 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 74,453 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 68,863 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 64,026 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 59,758 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2009 59,758 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 54,569 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 39,615 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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
Full Volkswagen Golf R32 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R32 CYA is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32 in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 102,664 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 R32 CYA, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R32 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R32 CYA?

You can check the full history of R32 CYA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R32 CYA registered?

R32 CYA is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is R32 CYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 CYA shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R32 CYA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R32 CYA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.