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W466 PLJ

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

179,520 mi
Last recorded179,520 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW466 PLJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 179,520 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 179,518 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 175,580 miles

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

o/s/f wheel arch corroded but not holed

Pass 10 Mar 2017 169,568 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Front tyre perished worn edges

Offside Front tyre perished

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 162,362 miles

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted unable to test seat belt correctly

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 162,243 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear child seat fitted unable to test seat belt correctly

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 156,180 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 156,180 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 149,768 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 142,106 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 132,527 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front exhaust corroding

Pass 11 Mar 2011 124,711 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear bump stops perishing

n/s/f inner cv boot split

Fail 20 Mar 2010 115,674 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 115,674 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2009 111,028 miles

both rear bump stops perishing

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 100,751 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached.

Front number plate fading slightly.

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Fail 20 Mar 2008 100,751 miles

Both rear shock absorber dust covers detached.

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front number plate fading slightly.

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 13 Mar 2007 94,083 miles

Same advises as test number 410961677029.

Fail 12 Mar 2007 94,083 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brakes have slight increase decrease.

Pass 22 Mar 2006 76,571 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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W466 PLJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 W466 PLJ, 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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W466 PLJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 April 2000.

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