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2018 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FW02 ADE

FW02 ADE

2018 Volkswagen Golf (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2018. Recorded mileage 87,976 miles. MOT valid until 11/11/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2018 · Lincoln
MOT Status
Valid until 11/11/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
87,976 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/11/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2018
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last several years. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 87,976 miles passed, it did introduce advisories for both the nearside and offside front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and showing signs of uneven edge wear. This indicates a lapse in routine consumable maintenance prior to the test, though no immediate mechanical or structural failures prevented a pass pass. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between April 2022 at 57,983 miles and November 2025 at 87,976 miles, the car covered roughly 30,000 miles, showing a steady usage profile rather than long periods of inactivity. The intervals between the 2024 tests suggest frequent use or a proactive approach to early testing, which ensures that the vehicle's mechanical condition was strictly monitored without any defects being flagged during that period. A buyer should personally inspect the front suspension and alignment to address the edge wear noted in the 2025 record. Uneven tyre wear often stems from worn suspension bushes, control arm ball, or incorrect tracking settings which can lead to premature tyre failure if left un. Given the clean history of previous years, the structural integrity and braking components appear sound, but a physical check of the brake disc thickness and pad remains remains standard practice as no specific brake binding or corrosion issues were recorded in the last three years of testing.

FW02 ADE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/11/2025
  • 87,976 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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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FW02 ADE Mileage History

  1. 13/04/202257,983 mi
  2. 11/04/202366,182 mi+8,199 mi
  3. 12/04/202473,887 mi+7,705 mi
  4. 12/11/202478,375 mi+4,488 mi
  5. 06/11/202587,976 mi+9,601 mi

Average of roughly 8,405 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FW02 ADE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 19 Jun 2026, 14:59
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Golf (FW02 ADE) between April 2022 and November 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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

In total 2 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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