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2015 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · SW65 UCE

SW65 UCE

2015 Volkswagen Golf (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Nov 2015. Recorded mileage 48,492 miles. MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Year / Origin
2015 · Aberdeen
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (30 Jun 2026)
Recorded Mileage
48,492 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 30 Jun 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2015
Engine
1984cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in April 2026 at 48,492 miles followed an immediate failure due to a fractured offside rear road wheel, a cracked fuel cap seal, and perished nearside rear tyre. While the car passed the following day after these repairs, the presence of pitted and scored rear brake discs yet again indicates that the owner is only addressing components once they reach the point of legal failure. At 48,492 miles over 11 years, this Golf has clocked significantly low mileage, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. The usage pattern appears inconsistent; for instance, the vehicle covered 5,900 miles between January 2023 and January 2024, but only 4,427 miles between March 2025 and April 2026. Such long periods of inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on metal surfaces, which explains the recurring brake discs and perished tyres despite the low total distance driven. A buyer must specifically inspect the suspension and braking system. The 2024 record flagged worn suspension arm bushes on both front sides, and while these did not fail at the time, they often lead to premature and uneven tyre wear. The recurring mentions of scored and corroded brake discs across multiple years suggest the car sits for long periods, allowing surface rust to de-laminate the rotors. Furthermore, the fractured rear wheel noted in April 2026 is a serious safety concern that suggests a hard impact or material fatigue, necessitating a thorough check of the remaining wheels for hidden cracks or structural damage.
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SW65 UCE Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/04/2026
  • 48,492 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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SW65 UCE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 00:00
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Volkswagen Golf (SW65 UCE) between January 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 April 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 (9 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal cracked (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))”.

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ADVISORY

SW65 UCE Mileage History

  1. 18/01/202333,221 mi
  2. 03/01/202439,114 mi+5,893 mi
  3. 27/03/202544,065 mi+4,951 mi
  4. 17/04/202648,482 mi+4,417 mi
  5. 18/04/202648,492 mi+10 mi

Average of roughly 4,703 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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