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W468 OTS

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

238,905 mi
Last recorded238,905 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW468 OTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Apr 2014 238,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 224,406 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 208,892 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 188,959 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 188,959 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 170,785 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 152,196 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 152,196 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 133,023 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 117,201 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 97,102 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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W468 OTS is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W468 OTS, 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 W468 OTS registered?

W468 OTS is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 March 2000.

Is W468 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W468 OTS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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