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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2014 · 2.0L DIESEL

MU02 ACU

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Free vehicle summary for MU02 ACU: 2014 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (SILVER, DIESEL). Mileage: 39,756. MOT: valid. Tax: taxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 12/10/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/07/2027
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2014
Engine
1968cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status as evidenced by its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted on 14 October 2025 at 39,756 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred on 21 October 2024 at 37,974 miles, the subsequent pass just three days later suggests a minor issue that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,313 miles per year. Data shows consistent intervals of use, such as the 4,785-mile gap between February 2023 and November 2023, and another 1,771 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This low annual mileage typically suggests less wear on the engine, drivetrain, and suspension components, though the long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or age-related fluid issues. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage sitting. Because the record shows no recurring structural corrosion or recurring mechanical faults, the priority should shift to checking for dry-rotted, perished suspension bushes, and tyre sidewall cracking from low use. The lack of advisories in the last two tests suggests the previous owners maintained the vehicle well,, but the low mileage necessitates a close look at the brake discs for pitting and ensuring they have not seized during periods of inactivity.

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88
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status as evidenced by its recent testing history. The most recent inspection conducted on 14 October 2025 at 39,756 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred on 21 October 2024 at 37,974 miles, the subsequent pass just three days later suggests a minor issue that was rectified immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,313 miles per year. Data shows consistent intervals of use, such as the 4,785-mile gap between February 2023 and November 2023, and another 1,771 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This low annual mileage typically suggests less wear on the engine, drivetrain, and suspension components, though the long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or age-related fluid issues. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage sitting. Because the record shows no recurring structural corrosion or recurring mechanical faults, the priority should shift to checking for dry-rotted, perished suspension bushes, and tyre sidewall cracking from low use. The lack of advisories in the last two tests suggests the previous owners maintained the vehicle well,, but the low mileage necessitates a close look at the brake discs for pitting and ensuring they have not seized during periods of inactivity.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Volkswagen Golf (MU02 ACU) from 2014 show a total of 5 MOT tests between February 2023 and October 2025.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance 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.

There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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