2019 Volkswagen Golf 1.5L Petrol · VU19 GPJ
2019 Volkswagen Golf (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2019. Recorded mileage 46,120 miles. MOT valid until 07 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
- Year / Origin
- 2019 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,120 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VU19 GPJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2026
- 46,120 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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VU19 GPJ Mileage History
- 07/03/202318,634 mi
- 07/03/202318,634 mi
- 12/02/202424,668 mi+6,034 mi
- 25/02/202534,212 mi+9,544 mi
- 02/03/202646,120 mi+11,908 mi
Average of roughly 9,200 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VU19 GPJ MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2019 Volkswagen Golf (VU19 GPJ) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 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 (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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 has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
This 2019 Volkswagen Golf 1.5 TSI petrol represents a sensible used buy given its clean recent MOT history. The single failure in early 2023 is the only blemish, and four consecutive passes since then suggest the underlying issue has been resolved. Buyers should still inspect the vehicle thoroughly and verify service history before committing.
Given this is a 1.5 TSI petrol unit, pay particular attention to the timing chain area on cold start — a known watchpoint for this engine family, though not directly evidenced in the MOT data here. The single 2023 failure has no defect details recorded, which means you should ask the seller specifically what failed and what was repaired; receipts or invoices for that work would be reassuring. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent Volkswagen specialist is worthwhile, covering the DSG gearbox (if automatic) or manual clutch feel, plus a scan for any stored fault codes. Negotiate based on the absence of detailed service history evidence in the MOT record alone, and budget for consumables such as tyres and brake discs if the car is approaching those change intervals.
The 1.5 TSI petrol typically returns around 50-55 mpg in real-world driving, depending on whether it is the manual or DSG variant — confirm which gearbox this car has before buying. Road tax for a Euro 6-compliant 2019 petrol of this capacity sits in the £165-£190 band annually, and insurance is likely to fall in group 15-20 for the Golf, meaning modest premiums for most drivers. Typical annual servicing costs are in the £180-£280 region for a main dealer or specialist, with cam belt and water pump replacement due around 60,000 miles if not already done. The estimated annual running cost, factoring in fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance, is approximately £1,400-£1,700 depending on mileage and location.
Because the MOT history shows a pass with no defects recorded at every test since 2023, the visible evidence is reassuring, but a physical inspection remains essential. Inspect the tyres closely for even wear, as tyres are the most common MOT failure item across the Golf range according to the model aggregate data. Check the exhaust system for corrosion, particularly at the rear silencer and joints, as exhaust issues rank as the second most common Golf failure point. Examine the anti-roll bar bushes and drop links for any play or deterioration, given this is the third most frequent failure area for the model. Beyond MOT-linked items, look for oil leaks around the 1.5 TSI engine, coolant level stability, and ensure the infotainment and air conditioning function correctly.
This grey 2019 Golf is a 1.5-litre petrol variant first registered in March 2019, currently showing 46,120 miles over seven years of use. Four MOT tests have been recorded as passes with no advisories or defects, while a single failure was logged on 2023-03-07 at 18,634 miles with no defect details captured in the dataset. Mileage of approximately 7,650 per year sits marginally above the model average of 7,175, but is entirely reasonable for a Mk7.5 Golf of this age. The clean post-2023 record is the strongest signal in this vehicle's file.
The Volkswagen Golf has an MOT pass rate of 80.8% across 993,440 analysed vehicles, which sits broadly in line with family hatchback averages and reflects generally solid build quality for the model. The most common failure points — tyres, exhausts, and anti-roll bar components — are typical wear items rather than fundamental design flaws.
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