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2021 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF LIFE TDI2.0L DIESEL

B15 EAV

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2021 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF LIFE TDI — DIESEL, 1968cc. This vehicle has 43,643 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: paid. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT

Valid

Expires 15/01/2027

Tax

Taxed

Expires 01/04/2027

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Mileage: 43,643
Fuel: DIESEL
Year: 2021
Engine: 1968cc

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight

The vehicle is currently classified as roadworthy, with the most recent MOT test on 16 January 2026 returning a clean PASS at 43,643 miles. The maintenance trend shows a gradual deterioration in tyre condition, with edges wearing unevenly on both the nearside and offside fronts, now approaching the legal limit. Additionally, the brake pads are documented as thin across both axles, indicating a persistent friction material issue requiring replacement. The September 2023 test flagged binding rear brakes, which is a separate concern. The 2025 failure was due to a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) fault rather than a mechanical issue, and the tyre wear persisted from 2024 to 2026. The vehicle's low annual mileage of approximately 8,729 miles suggests minimal component fatigue, but the tyre and brake degradation indicates inconsistent maintenance. A potential buyer should conduct a thorough visual inspection of the brake system to confirm pad thickness and ensure the steering and suspension bushes are intact. The tyre edges should be examined for alignment or suspension problems, and the brake pedal should be tested for firmness.

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✓ Valid MOT

✓ Taxed

✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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Salvage

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Euro EURO 6 AP

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Jun 2026, 23:17

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2021 Volkswagen Golf Life Tdi (B15 EAV), we found 4 MOT results in the period of January 2024 to January 2026.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 75% pass rate, with 3 passes and 1 failure recorded. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 7 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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PASS

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ADVISORY