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353 AJB

1999 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

61,724 mi
Last recorded61,724 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Golf99,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration353 AJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 61,724 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 61,640 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 61,166 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 60,630 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 58,912 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 57,294 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 54,863 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 52,569 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 44,441 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 41,949 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 39,092 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jul 2011 39,091 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 35,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 32,283 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 32,283 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 30,133 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 30,133 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 28,056 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 28,056 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 26,115 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 26,115 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 23,121 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2005 23,121 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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353 AJB is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 99,378 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 353 AJB, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 353 AJB?

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What year was 353 AJB registered?

353 AJB is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 July 1999.

Is 353 AJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 353 AJB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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