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2020 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2.0L Petrol

M95 MRE

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Considering this 2020 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF? It's a Petrol with a 1984cc engine showing 34,651 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

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Expires 02/01/2027
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2020
Engine
1984cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 15 December 2025 at 34,651 miles. The maintenance trend appears generally stable, despite a significant failure just two days prior to that passing result. That failure was caused specifically by both the nearside and offside front tyres having exposed ply or cords, a critical safety defect that was immediately addressed. Since that re-test, no further mechanical defects or advisories have appeared on the record. The mileage profile is low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,775 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual mileage growth, moving from 17,510 miles in December 2022 to 34,651 miles by late 2025. This regularity suggests the car has been used predictably rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber-based components and brake seals. The lack of any advisories across the last four tests indicates that the structural integrity and mechanical components have remained in good condition under this usage pattern. A buyer should inspect the front tyres in person to ensure the replacements are of adequate quality and show no signs of uneven wear. Given the low mileage, it is also worth checking the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as these can occur on vehicles that are not driven frequently. While the clean MOT record shows no history of suspension issues or structural rust, a physical visual check of the underbody and arm bushes remains standard practice to confirm the digital history reflects the current state of the chassis.

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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 07:34
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 15 December 2025 at 34,651 miles. The maintenance trend appears generally stable, despite a significant failure just two days prior to that passing result. That failure was caused specifically by both the nearside and offside front tyres having exposed ply or cords, a critical safety defect that was immediately addressed. Since that re-test, no further mechanical defects or advisories have appeared on the record. The mileage profile is low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,775 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual mileage growth, moving from 17,510 miles in December 2022 to 34,651 miles by late 2025. This regularity suggests the car has been used predictably rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber-based components and brake seals. The lack of any advisories across the last four tests indicates that the structural integrity and mechanical components have remained in good condition under this usage pattern. A buyer should inspect the front tyres in person to ensure the replacements are of adequate quality and show no signs of uneven wear. Given the low mileage, it is also worth checking the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as these can occur on vehicles that are not driven frequently. While the clean MOT record shows no history of suspension issues or structural rust, a physical visual check of the underbody and arm bushes remains standard practice to confirm the digital history reflects the current state of the chassis.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Volkswagen Golf (M95 MRE) from 2020 show a total of 5 MOT tests between December 2022 and December 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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