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RT 597

2026 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Electric
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,871 mi
Last recorded45,871 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRT 597
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2026
ColourBlue
Fuel typeElectric
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2025 45,871 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 41,205 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,619 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing uneven on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 29,012 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 22,425 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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RT 597 is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf in Blue. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RT 597, 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 0 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 RT 597?

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What year was RT 597 registered?

RT 597 is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 May 2026.

Is RT 597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RT 597 shows 5 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 RT 597 have outstanding finance?

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