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W46 XVS

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

142,022 mi
Last recorded142,022 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW46 XVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 142,022 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 142,012 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2016 134,145 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 121,136 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2014 109,280 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 109,280 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 96,570 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 96,570 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 90,397 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 83,021 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 76,781 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 76,781 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2009 70,430 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 65,434 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 65,434 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 65,434 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 60,522 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 60,522 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2006 52,776 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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W46 XVS is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W46 XVS, 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 W46 XVS registered?

W46 XVS is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is W46 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W46 XVS shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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