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VK59 TWA

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,003 mi
Last recorded101,003 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 TWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 101,003 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 96,000 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 91,209 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 87,074 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 82,304 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 78,557 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 73,424 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 17 Sep 2018 66,206 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 60,138 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 51,680 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 43,030 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 34,274 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Oct 2013 27,177 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 18,564 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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VK59 TWA is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TWA, 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 TWA registered?

VK59 TWA is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2009.

Is VK59 TWA safe to buy?

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