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2633 UN

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

55,467 mi
Last recorded55,467 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2633 UN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 55,467 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 53,516 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 51,104 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 51,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 48,073 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 47,136 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 46,848 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 46,679 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 44,143 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 41,579 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear arm bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 40,624 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 39,641 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 38,511 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 37,177 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 35,990 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 33,940 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 32,195 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 31,075 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 28,034 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 24,790 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 21,851 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 19,584 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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2633 UN is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 94,578 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 2633 UN, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 2633 UN registered?

2633 UN is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is 2633 UN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2633 UN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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