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AE70 WBU

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,202 mi
Last recorded23,202 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2020 Volkswagen Golf30,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE70 WBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2020
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 23,202 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS & OS. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NS & OS. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 19,100 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 14,034 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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AE70 WBU is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 30,972 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 AE70 WBU, 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 6 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE70 WBU?

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What year was AE70 WBU registered?

AE70 WBU is a 2020 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 September 2020.

Is AE70 WBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE70 WBU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE70 WBU have outstanding finance?

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