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2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2.0L PETROL

JF11 ART

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Free vehicle summary for JF11 ART: 2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (WHITE, PETROL). Mileage: 54,509. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 21/12/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/12/2026
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1984cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in consumable item management. While it passed the most recent test in December 2025 at 54,509 miles, the inspector identified both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit with significant edge wear. This indicates a potential alignment issue or suspension geometry fault that has not been addressed, despite the vehicle passing the overall inspection. The' pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of miles between annual tests, with roughly 9,600 miles covered between 2024 and 2025, and another 8,800 miles in the year prior. This low-mileage profile suggests the car was used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, though the low annual distance sometimes contributes to the degradation of rubber components as noted in the history. A prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension and wheel alignment, given the recurring reports of uneven wear on the front tyres in 2023 and 2025. The 2024 advisory regarding cracking and perishing on the rear tyres suggests that the rubber may be aging due to time rather than mileage, necessitating a check of the condition of all sidewalls for dry rot. No structural corrosion or mechanical failures have been flagged in the history, but the focus must remain on the upkeep of tyres and alignment-related components.

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 6 Jul 2026, 17:25
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in consumable item management. While it passed the most recent test in December 2025 at 54,509 miles, the inspector identified both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit with significant edge wear. This indicates a potential alignment issue or suspension geometry fault that has not been addressed, despite the vehicle passing the overall inspection. The' pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of miles between annual tests, with roughly 9,600 miles covered between 2024 and 2025, and another 8,800 miles in the year prior. This low-mileage profile suggests the car was used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, though the low annual distance sometimes contributes to the degradation of rubber components as noted in the history. A prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension and wheel alignment, given the recurring reports of uneven wear on the front tyres in 2023 and 2025. The 2024 advisory regarding cracking and perishing on the rear tyres suggests that the rubber may be aging due to time rather than mileage, necessitating a check of the condition of all sidewalls for dry rot. No structural corrosion or mechanical failures have been flagged in the history, but the focus must remain on the upkeep of tyres and alignment-related components.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2018, this Volkswagen Golf with plate JF11 ART has undergone 5 MOT inspections since December 2021.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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

There are 6 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

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