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W5 DJS

2026 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,835 mi
Last recorded12,835 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 DJS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2026
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 12,835 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 11,493 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 9,751 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 8,294 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 7,344 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 6,329 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 6,329 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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W5 DJS is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf in Black. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W5 DJS, 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 0 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W5 DJS?

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What year was W5 DJS registered?

W5 DJS is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 May 2026.

Is W5 DJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 DJS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W5 DJS have outstanding finance?

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