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Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo reliable? We analysed 342 real MOT tests across 131 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 342 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
97.7%
Typical Mileage
40,324mi
Annual Mileage
7,633mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo.

Specifications

Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1498cc
Engine
130bhp
Power
9.1sec
0–62 mph
57.6mpg
Combined
113g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1498cc
Power
130 BHP
0–62 mph
9.1 sec
Fuel type
Petrol

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Blue
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
57.6 mpg
Urban
44.8 mpg
Extra-urban
68.9 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1521

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
113 g/km Band C
Emission class
Not Available
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
15 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,193 mi/yr
Typical
7,633 mi/yr
Average
8,664 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,590 mi/yr

Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
40,324 mi
75th Percentile
57,697 mi
95th Percentile
84,832 mi
Max Recorded
132,179 mi

How Does the Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo THIS CAR 97.7% 342 40,324 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Mutt Fsr 125 76.1% 222 3,532 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo?

The Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo has an overall MOT pass rate of 97.7% across 342 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo owner drives around 7,633 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo reliable?
Based on 342 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo has a 97.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo does around 7,633 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Golf SE Navigation TSI Evo?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.