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VK59 PFY

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

180,386 mi
Last recorded180,386 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 PFY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 180,386 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 173,280 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 159,670 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 143,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 19 May 2022 143,425 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 May 2021 124,638 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2021 124,638 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 111,012 miles

Both front shocks corroded slightly

Both rear suspension lower arms corroded

Child seat fitted nearside rear

Nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 24 Apr 2019 103,068 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

center exhaust sleeve broken

coolant low

coolant low

front tyres on edges

nsf drop link dust cover splitting

rear coil springs corroding

under tray loose

Pass 27 Apr 2018 96,132 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front brake pads worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 25 Apr 2017 89,394 miles

front brake discs corroding(inner face)

front brake pads wearing

noise from gear box

noise from rib belt area

nsf shock starting to weep

under tray loose

Fail 25 Apr 2017 89,394 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs corroding(inner face)

front brake pads wearing

noise from gear box

noise from rib belt area

nsf shock starting to weep

osr tyre cracking in tread pattern

under tray loose

Pass 15 Apr 2016 84,831 miles

nsr tyre close to limit

undertray loose

Pass 1 Apr 2015 80,487 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 75,876 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

plastic covers fitted to underside not allowing full inspection of some parts

Pass 4 Jul 2013 67,672 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 60,560 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 60,560 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VK59 PFY is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 77,542 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 VK59 PFY, 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 17 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 VK59 PFY registered?

VK59 PFY is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 October 2009.

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