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Y26 PSH

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

62,549 mi
Last recorded62,549 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY26 PSH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 62,549 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 59,204 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 57,258 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 48,056 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2024 38,423 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2024 38,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 32,220 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 33,316 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 30,082 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 25,149 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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Y26 PSH is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 30,972 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 Y26 PSH, 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 6 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 Y26 PSH?

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What year was Y26 PSH registered?

Y26 PSH is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 October 2020.

Is Y26 PSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y26 PSH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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