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2020 Volkswagen Golf Match Edition TSI EVO 1.5L Petrol · RC02 MEG

RC02 MEG

2020 Volkswagen Golf Match Edition TSI EVO (1.5L, petrol). First registered 28 Feb 2020. Recorded mileage 63,942 miles. MOT valid until 03 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF MATCH EDITION TSI EVO
Year / Origin
2020 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 03 Apr 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
63,942 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 03 Apr 2027
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2020
Engine
1498cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend regarding consumable maintenance. While the car passed its most recent test on 11 March 2026 at 63,942 miles, the inspection followed a failure just one day prior. The March 2026 failure highlighted significant issues with all four tyres being below legal limits or worn on the edges, alongside pitting and scoring on all four brake discs. Although the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the transition from a clean pass in March 2025 to multiple failures in 2026 suggests a decline in proactive component replacement. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for a six-year-old vehicle. The car travelled 15,269 miles between the April 2024 test and the March 2026 test, and approximately 15,270 miles between the March 2025 test and the March 2026 test. This steady progression of roughly 15,000 miles per year aligns with the recorded 63,942 miles. There are no indications of long periods of inactivity or sudden, excessive mileage spikes that would suggest irregular driving patterns. A prospective buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and tyre condition. The record shows a recurring pattern of brake-related advisories and failures, moving from thin pads in April 2024 to scored and pitted discs across all four corners by March 2026. This suggests that while pads may be replaced, the discs are not being changed in tandem, or the calipers may be contributing to uneven wear. The split evap pipe noted in the March 2026 pass should also be checked to ensure a complete and secure repair was carried out. The frequent tyre failures, specifically the 2023 failure for low tread and the 2026 failure for multiple worn tyres, imply that the previous owners occasionally neglected basic upkeep. An inspection of the suspension components, such as bushes and dampers, is advisable to ensure that the uneven tyre wear noted in March 2026 is not the result of underlying alignment or suspension geometry issues.

RC02 MEG Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
  • 63,942 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
77
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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RC02 MEG Mileage History

  1. 19/05/202326,884 mi
  2. 05/04/202432,973 mi+6,089 mi
  3. 31/03/202548,242 mi+15,269 mi
  4. 10/03/202663,942 mi+15,700 mi
  5. 11/03/202663,942 mi

Average of roughly 13,181 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RC02 MEG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Jul 2026, 17:50
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo (RC02 MEG) between May 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 11 March 2026 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 (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 17 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: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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