VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R MOT pass rate
93.7% of 4,899 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R MOT tests pass.
The GOLF R passes its MOT 93.7% of the time — well above the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models, which sits at 79.0%.
The VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R passes its MOT 93.7% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Unusually, pass rate is higher for older examples: 93.7% at 0–3 years compared with 99.0% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 93.7% | 2,795 | 22,864 miles |
| 3–6 years | 93.2% | 1,935 | 27,276 miles |
| 6–10 years | 98.4% | 64 | 59,629 miles |
| 10–15 years | 99.0% | 105 | 60,448 miles |
| 15+ years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R fails its MOT is tyres — present in 64.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 64.1% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 14.3% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 13.7% | Too low |
| Visibility | 9.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Identification of the vehicle | 8.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
| Brakes | 5.8% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.5% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Road Wheels | 3.2% | Fractured |
| Suspension | 2.0% | Has a serious fluid leak |
| Body, chassis, structure | 0.9% | Backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- 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
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R?
- 93.7% of VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R MOT tests pass, based on 4,899 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R fails its MOT is tyres — present in 64.1% of failed tests, most often logged as "Has ply or cords exposed".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R'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.