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ET12 PDT

2026 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

87,563 mi
Last recorded87,563 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET12 PDT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2026
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 87,563 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 79,089 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 69,664 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 60,945 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 52,363 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 44,748 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 39,705 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 30,346 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 23,292 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 23,292 miles

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)

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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ET12 PDT is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf in Red. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ET12 PDT, 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 0 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 ET12 PDT?

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What year was ET12 PDT registered?

ET12 PDT is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 2026.

Is ET12 PDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET12 PDT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ET12 PDT have outstanding finance?

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