2000 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · V173 CNV
2000 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2000. Recorded mileage 184,691 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/02/2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 184,691 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2000
- Engine
- 1800cc
V173 CNV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2024
- 184,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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V173 CNV Mileage History
- 26/01/2022175,856 mi
- 02/02/2023179,984 mi+4,128 mi
- 01/02/2024184,630 mi+4,646 mi
- 14/02/2024184,691 mi+61 mi
Average of roughly 4,309 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
V173 CNV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Volkswagen Golf (V173 CNV) between January 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Exercise caution. While the vehicle has
Prospective buyers should prioritise verifying the repair of the Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) fault that caused the February 2024 failure. Ensure the offside front tyre has been correctly replaced or refitted, as the previous fitment was non-compliant.
Given the 1.8L engine has covered nearly 185,000 miles, a detailed review of the service history is essential to understand the maintenance intervals. Negotiate the price based on the cost of addressing the remaining MOT advisories, specifically the oil leak and the binding rear brakes.
Running costs for this 1.8L petrol model will be higher than modern equivalents due to older engine efficiency. Tax is based on the engine size for a 2000 registration, and insurance groups for this model are typically low given its age.
Maintenance costs are likely to be the primary expense. With the current advisories for oil leaks and brake wear, as well as the high absolute mileage, buyers should budget for more frequent repairs than they would for a lower-mileage example.
Carefully inspect the offside rear brake assembly for signs of binding and check the pad thickness, as these were flagged in the 2024 MOT. Look for evidence of an active oil leak in the engine bay, as noted in the recent test records.
Check the dashboard for any active warning lights, particularly the SRS lamp, and examine the windscreen for the damage mentioned in the MOT history. Finally, inspect the anti-roll bar and exhaust system, as these are common failure points for this model according to aggregate data.
This black 2000 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L has recorded 184,691 miles. Its MOT history shows a clean record in 2022 and 2023, but a failure in February 2024 involving an SRS warning lamp and tyre fitment. The most recent test passed, but left several advisories concerning the windscreen, oil leaks, and brake binding.
The Volkswagen Golf has an average MOT pass rate of 80.8%, with frequent failures related to tyres, exhausts, and anti-roll bars.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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