VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MOT pass rate
80.7% of 1,429,182 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MOT tests pass.
The GOLF has a pass rate of 80.7%, a little higher than the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN GOLF has a pass rate of 80.7%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF tested at 0–3 years pass 93.7% of the time, compared with just 66.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 93.7% | 33,735 | 29,361 miles |
| 3–6 years | 92.3% | 232,631 | 40,629 miles |
| 6–10 years | 88.6% | 423,200 | 68,778 miles |
| 10–15 years | 76.4% | 391,835 | 103,019 miles |
| 15+ years | 66.6% | 347,781 | 127,734 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF fails its MOT is suspension — present in 43.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 43.4% | Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 40.9% | Not working |
| Brakes | 35.0% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Tyres | 28.2% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Body, chassis, structure | 15.3% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.9% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 12.2% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 4.8% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 3.6% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 1.8% | Fixing missing |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN UP — 85.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF?
- 80.7% of VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MOT tests pass, based on 1,429,182 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF fails its MOT is suspension — present in 43.4% of failed tests, most often logged as "Ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.