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W459 RWP

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

154,279 mi
Last recorded154,279 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW459 RWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 154,279 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 146,174 miles

inner drive shaft gaitor split but retaining grease

Pass 21 Jul 2014 141,426 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 141,316 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 136,784 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 132,887 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 132,688 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 124,587 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2011 124,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 114,923 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 101,602 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 88,650 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre heavely cracked and perished

Pass 26 Jul 2007 72,390 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 62,541 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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W459 RWP is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 98,404 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 W459 RWP, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W459 RWP registered?

W459 RWP is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 June 2000.

Is W459 RWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W459 RWP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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