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VK20 ODY

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Black Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,561 mi
Last recorded88,561 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK20 ODY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 88,561 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking tread and wear inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 69,939 miles

Recording device removed and placed in glove box

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

Pass 29 Jun 2023 49,514 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged Trim for upper height adjuster is slightly encroaching on webbing but it does retract and webbing is not damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 49,513 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged Trim for upper height adjuster is slightly encroaching on webbing but it does retract and webbing is not damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge bald but no cord visible (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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VK20 ODY is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) 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 VK20 ODY, 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

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What year was VK20 ODY registered?

VK20 ODY is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 July 2020.

Is VK20 ODY safe to buy?

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