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A16 NWC

2003 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,383 mi
Last recorded166,383 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf90,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 NWC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2016 166,383 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 157,785 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 145,813 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 132,455 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 119,575 miles

MIL lamp on

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 30 Nov 2011 101,351 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 81,912 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 66,592 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 60,668 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 54,696 miles

front and rear number plates starting to deteriorate.

Pass 14 Feb 2007 48,738 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 39,904 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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A16 NWC is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A16 NWC, 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 A16 NWC registered?

A16 NWC is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 February 2003.

Is A16 NWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 NWC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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