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VN20 XPJ

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,470 mi
Last recorded104,470 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN20 XPJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 104,470 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Aug 2026 104,470 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning inner lamps (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2025 85,066 miles

Manufacture engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components.

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning boot lamp (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning boot lamp (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 67,464 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2023 45,282 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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VN20 XPJ is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN20 XPJ, 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.

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What year was VN20 XPJ registered?

VN20 XPJ is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 July 2020.

Is VN20 XPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN20 XPJ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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