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SJ70 VBV

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,727 mi
Last recorded94,727 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ70 VBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 94,727 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 83,837 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 83,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 65,228 miles

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

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

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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SJ70 VBV is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SJ70 VBV, 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 SJ70 VBV?

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What year was SJ70 VBV registered?

SJ70 VBV is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 2020.

Is SJ70 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ70 VBV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SJ70 VBV have outstanding finance?

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