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R3 GUW

2009 Volkswagen Unknown

Blue Petrol 3598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,989 mi
Last recorded41,989 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Unknown131,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 GUW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 41,989 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small cut (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt small cut (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 38,706 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 34,841 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2024 34,841 miles

Rear Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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R3 GUW is a 2009 Volkswagen Unknown in Blue with a 3,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 131,889 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R3 GUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 17 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R3 GUW registered?

R3 GUW is a 2009 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is R3 GUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 GUW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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