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A12 TVW

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

105,104 mi
Last recorded105,104 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 TVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 105,104 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 102,383 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2023 99,308 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2023 99,308 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 93,102 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2021 92,889 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 86,951 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 84,716 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2019 84,585 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 78,925 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 71,102 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 68,469 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 65,545 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 63,017 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 61,058 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 61,058 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 58,516 miles

rear ex bkt weakened reccomend welding

Pass 31 Oct 2011 54,047 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 48,627 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 43,933 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 40,036 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 35,337 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 35,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 29,916 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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A12 TVW is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 90,330 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 A12 TVW, 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 23 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 A12 TVW registered?

A12 TVW is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is A12 TVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 TVW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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