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630 BTE

2001 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,539 mi
Last recorded41,539 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Golf94,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration630 BTE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 41,539 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 40,002 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 38,310 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 37,379 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 35,722 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 34,275 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,503 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber bump stop perished.

Offside Rear shock absorber bump stop perished.

Pass 1 Oct 2014 29,574 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 26,455 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 26,455 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 23,099 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 19,649 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

RUST OUTER SKIN REAR BOX.

Fail 28 Sep 2011 19,649 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

RUST OUTER SKIN REAR BOX.

Pass 12 Oct 2010 18,480 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS 4-5mmOF THICKNESS REMAINING.

NEARSIDE FVRONT TYRE SIDE WALL DAMAGE.

REAR BOX OUTER SKIN RUST HOLES.

Pass 1 Oct 2009 16,208 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 14,782 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Fail 19 Sep 2008 14,782 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

rear exhaust box deteriorating

Pass 5 Sep 2007 13,417 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 13,417 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 10,658 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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630 BTE is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 630 BTE, 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 630 BTE registered?

630 BTE is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is 630 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 630 BTE shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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