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AV56 UTG

2006 Volkswagen Golf R32

Blue Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

92,745 mi
Last recorded92,745 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf R3265,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 UTG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R32
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 92,745 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover

front suspension generally corroding

rear suspension bushes generally perishing

rear suspension generally corroding

under tray

Pass 22 Oct 2024 90,222 miles

All bushes on rear axle worn

Child seat fitted directly behind front passenger seat

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlight deteriorated

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2024 90,217 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

All bushes on rear axle worn

Child seat fitted directly behind front passenger seat

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlight deteriorated

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Metal in tyre

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2023 87,955 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 85,363 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 83,198 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 81,361 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 81,361 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 80,052 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 74,655 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 74,654 miles

Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 62,377 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 56,876 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2015 48,392 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Nov 2014 39,296 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 36,876 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 34,775 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 29,413 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 29,307 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 26,585 miles

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

front tyres perished

Pass 11 Nov 2009 20,631 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 20,631 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R32?

Based on 957 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
2,999
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Headlamp aim too low 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 2
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2
Full Volkswagen Golf R32 reliability report

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AV56 UTG is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32 in Blue with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 65,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf R32 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV56 UTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf R32 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R32 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AV56 UTG registered?

AV56 UTG is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf R32, first registered on 17 November 2006.

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