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2014 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · MA14 VMR

MA14 VMR

2014 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2014. Recorded mileage 119,515 miles. MOT valid until 27/11/2026. Taxed until 01/12/2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2014 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27/11/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/12/2026)
Recorded Mileage
119,515 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 27/11/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/12/2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2014
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2014 Volkswagen Golf, a vehicle not far removed from its 12-year anniversary, has been put through a series of mechanical tests by the DVSA. The MOT record reveals that the vehicle has been thoroughly inspected, with a final check completed at 52,000 miles, where it failed with rear sub-frame corrosion and offside suspension issues. The most recent test, completed at 49,000 miles, showed a slight deterioration in rear sub-frame corrosion, but the vehicle passed with no other defects. This suggests that the vehicle's maintenance trend has been stable, with a slight deterioration in the rear sub-frame corroded at the end of its life. The mileage pattern of the vehicle is a telling indicator of its age and usage. With 119,515 recorded miles, or roughly 9,960 miles per year, the vehicle's mileage is consistent with its age, suggesting that the vehicle has been well-maintained and has had a relatively light service life. However, the fact that the vehicle has accumulated 119,411 miles by the time it failed, 119,411 miles by the time it failed again, and 108,454 miles by the time it passed, suggests a rapid mileage accumulation. This is a common phenomenon in vehicles that have been driven extensively, with the wear and tear of the vehicle's components evident in the vehicle's maintenance records. The maintenance records also reveal a number of recurring faults that the vehicle has shown over the years. The binding rear brakes, the excessive binding of the rear service brake, and the lack of brake pad thickness have all been reported by the vehicle's maintenance team. These faults are a serious concern, as they can indicate a range of problems, from worn-out brake components to corroded suspension components. The fact that the vehicle has failed to pass with these faults suggests that the vehicle's maintenance team has been vigilant in identifying and addressing potential problems. In the Volkswagen Golf, the maintenance team has identified several recurring faults that the vehicle has shown over the years. The most significant of these is the binding rear brakes, which have been reported by the vehicle's maintenance team on multiple occasions. The binding rear brakes can indicate a range of problems, from worn-out brake components to corroded suspension components. The fact that the vehicle has failed to pass with this fault suggests that the vehicle's maintenance team has been vigilant in identifying and addressing potential problems. The Volkswagen Golf is a vehicle that requires regular maintenance, and it is essential to inspect the vehicle's systems and components regularly to identify and address any potential problems.

MA14 VMR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
  • 119,515 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MA14 VMR Mileage History

  1. 16/08/202397,990 mi
  2. 17/08/202397,998 mi+8 mi
  3. 28/11/2024108,454 mi+10,456 mi
  4. 24/11/2025119,411 mi+10,957 mi
  5. 27/11/2025119,515 mi+104 mi

Average of roughly 9,424 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

MA14 VMR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 10:11
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Volkswagen Golf (MA14 VMR) between August 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 7 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 Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.

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