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1416FZK

2008 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

235,016 mi
Last recorded235,016 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Golf85,346 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1416FZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2022 235,016 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens cloudy and no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens cloudy and no pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides at rear of wishbones splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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1416FZK is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 85,346 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 1416FZK, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 1416FZK registered?

1416FZK is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is 1416FZK safe to buy?

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