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2014 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · SA06 BAY

SA06 BAY

2014 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2014. Recorded mileage 78,385 miles. MOT valid until 14/03/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2014 · Glasgow
MOT Status
Valid until 14/03/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/03/2027)
Recorded Mileage
78,385 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 14/03/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/03/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2014
Engine
1968cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 78,385 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows a marked improvement following a significant failure in early 2023. Since that point, the car has undergone two consecutive tests without any failures, suggesting that the current owner has addressed previous mechanical lapses and is maintaining a stable standard of upkeep. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-age vehicle of moderate use, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per annum. There is a notable gap of 11,000 miles between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 11,968 miles covered between February 2025 and March 2026. This steady accumulation indicates the car is used regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which is generally beneficial for rubber seals and brake components to prevent premature corrosion or seizing-related issues. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension geometry during a physical inspection. The February 2025 test flagged both front tyres as worn on the inner edges, which typically indicates a misalignment issue or worn suspension bushes. While the car passed since, recurring uneven tyre wear suggests the tracking may require professional adjustment to prevent further premature tyre replacement. Additionally, the 2023 failure for pitted front inner brake discs confirms that the braking system was previously prone to corrosion; therefore, the current discs should be checked for surface rust or uneven thinning to ensure they have been replaced recently.

SA06 BAY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/03/2026
  • 78,385 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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SA06 BAY Mileage History

  1. 13/03/202344,446 mi
  2. 15/03/202344,449 mi+3 mi
  3. 24/02/202455,485 mi+11,036 mi
  4. 22/02/202566,417 mi+10,932 mi
  5. 08/03/202678,385 mi+11,968 mi

Average of roughly 11,362 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SA06 BAY MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 Jun 2026, 03:54
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 2014 Volkswagen Golf (SA06 BAY) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 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: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues). 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: “Obligatory mirror missing both sides mirror glass missing (3.3 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.

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