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400 JPA

2000 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,986 mi
Last recorded19,986 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Golf98,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration400 JPA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 19,986 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 19,844 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 19,667 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 19,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 19,305 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 19,163 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 18,884 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 18,607 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 18,284 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 17,839 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 17,501 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 17,055 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,571 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 16,571 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 16,129 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,464 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 14,807 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,920 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 13,284 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 11,959 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 10,417 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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400 JPA is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 98,404 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 400 JPA, 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 26 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 400 JPA?

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What year was 400 JPA registered?

400 JPA is a 2000 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is 400 JPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 400 JPA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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