Volkswagen Golf Life Tsi
MOT data from 19,030 tests in 2024. Pass rate: 94%. Average mileage at test: 32,348 miles.
Common failure reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| a tyre seriously damaged | 349 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 170 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 126 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 109 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 88 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 76 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 67 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 53 |
| an srs malfunction indicator lamp (mil) indicates a system malfunction | 41 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 28 |
By registration year
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 7,284 | 94.2% | |
| Top failures: a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | |||
| 2021 | 11,602 | 93.8% | |
| Top failures: a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | |||
| 2022 | 143 | 94.4% | |
| Top failures: a tyre seriously damaged, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, bumper insecure or with damage likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted | |||
Mileage at test
25th percentile
18,326 mi
Median
25,399 mi
75th percentile
37,148 mi
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