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W462 HFC

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,587 mi
Last recorded116,587 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW462 HFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2015 116,587 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Centre exhaust deteriated

Centre exhaust mounting broken but still supported

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front tyre sidewall cracking

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear seatbelt buckle casing deteriated

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

both front brake discs corroded

both rear brake discs corroded

brake wear warning lamp stays on

spare tyre flat

Pass 23 Aug 2014 113,694 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 113,521 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2013 109,793 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 104,890 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 104,889 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 99,434 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 89,765 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 77,039 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 80,725 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 70,611 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 61,774 miles

front number plate slightly discoloured

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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W462 HFC is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W462 HFC, 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 W462 HFC registered?

W462 HFC is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W462 HFC safe to buy?

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