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J6 EMJ

2026 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

262,713 mi
Last recorded262,713 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 EMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2026
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 262,713 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 262,713 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 240,791 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 218,405 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 193,111 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 167,956 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 150,969 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 150,969 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 125,939 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 97,180 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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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J6 EMJ is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf in Grey. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J6 EMJ, 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

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What year was J6 EMJ registered?

J6 EMJ is a 2026 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 January 2026.

Is J6 EMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J6 EMJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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