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201W128

2020 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,227 mi
Last recorded105,227 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration201W128
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 105,227 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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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201W128 is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 201W128, 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.

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What year was 201W128 registered?

201W128 is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 January 2020.

Is 201W128 safe to buy?

The MOT history for 201W128 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 201W128 have outstanding finance?

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