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2020 Volkswagen Golf Style TSI 1.5L Petrol · AF20 YKB

AF20 YKB

2020 Volkswagen Golf Style TSI (1.5L, petrol). First registered 14 Jul 2020. Recorded mileage 28,597 miles. MOT expired on 12 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF STYLE TSI
Year / Origin
2020 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 12 Jul 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
28,597 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 12 Jul 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2020
Engine
1498cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, showing a stable maintenance trend over the last three inspections. The most recent test on 18 June 2025 at 28,597 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding a cut off offside rear tyre. This indicates that the primary mechanical and structural components are currently meeting minimum safety standards, and the owner has addressed previous electrical and wheel-related faults identified in earlier years. The mileage profile is low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,766 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, moving from 18,312 miles in June 2023 to 23,664 miles in June 2024, and reaching 28,597 miles by the following-year test. This low mileage suggests the car has seen light use, which typically preserves the drivetrain components and suspension bushings, though it increases the risk of component degradation if the vehicle sat for extended periods. A buyer should inspect the nearside front road wheel specifically due to the distortion noted in the June 2024 test. While it passed the MOT, a distorted wheel can cause vibrations at higher speeds or lead to uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The offside rear tyre also should be monitored closely to ensure the reported cut has not progressed towards the structural cords. Given the low annual mileage, a physical check of the brake discs for surface spotting or corrosion is advisable, as these components can degrade when a vehicle is used infrequently.
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AF20 YKB Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2025
  • 28,597 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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AF20 YKB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Jun 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Volkswagen Golf Style Tsi (AF20 YKB) between June 2023 and June 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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.

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ADVISORY

AF20 YKB Mileage History

  1. 21/06/202318,312 mi
  2. 27/06/202423,664 mi+5,352 mi
  3. 18/06/202528,597 mi+4,933 mi

Average of roughly 5,161 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6 DG

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