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W462 JPK

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,814 mi
Last recorded62,814 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 62,814 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jun 2019 62,814 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 53,283 miles

rear no plate discolour

Pass 12 Jun 2017 42,450 miles

frt tyres close to limit & n/s/f perishing

rear no plate discolour

Pass 14 Jun 2016 32,398 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2015 21,736 miles

o/s mirror glass temp repair

rear no plate discolour

Pass 17 Jun 2014 15,297 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 14,873 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 13,934 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 13,428 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 12,842 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,081 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 11,400 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 10,409 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,309 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 8,210 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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W462 JPK is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JPK, 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.

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What year was W462 JPK registered?

W462 JPK is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 August 2000.

Is W462 JPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W462 JPK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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