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Volkswagen Golf MOT Results

Registered in 2017
87.9% pass rate
from 71,840 tests in 2021
(10% better than other 2017 cars)
Pass rate by mileage
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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2017 cars and highlighted areas where the Volkswagen Golf is unusually good or bad.

  • 4.0% fail on Visibility (9.5% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 3.3% fail on Wipers (24% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.55% fail on Washers (43% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.12% fail on Condition of glass (78% worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.12% fail on Windscreen (81% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on View to rear (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Mirrors (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0014% fail on Indirect vision devices
    • 0.031% fail on Bonnet (150% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0028% fail on Driver's view
  • 3.9% fail on Tyres (15% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 2.7% fail on Condition (37% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.3% fail on Tread depth (14% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.056% fail on Size/type
  • 1.6% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (41% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 1.0% fail on Headlamp aim (22% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 1.00% fail on Headlamp aim (21% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Headlamp aim not tested (55% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.22% fail on Headlamps (57% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Headlamp (61% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.049% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
      • 0.0042% fail on Headlamp levelling device (86% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.17% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
    • 0.074% fail on Direction indicators (70% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.074% fail on Flashing type (70% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.052% fail on Side repeaters (72% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Individual direction indicators (68% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0042% fail on All direction indicators
    • 0.043% fail on Stop lamp (87% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.043% fail on Front and rear fog lamps (70% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.043% fail on Rear fog lamp (70% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.043% fail on Rear fog lamp (70% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.029% fail on Electrical equipment (44% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.014% fail on Battery(ies)
      • 0.011% fail on Horn (61% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0028% fail on Trailer electrical socket
      • 0.0014% fail on Electrical wiring
    • 0.014% fail on Reversing lamps (60% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Reversing lamps (63% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0014% fail on Reversing lamp switch
    • 0.011% fail on Rear reflectors
    • 0.0042% fail on Hazard warning
      • 0.0042% fail on Switch
    • 0.0028% fail on Position lamps (86% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0028% fail on Switch
  • 1.2% fail on Brakes (43% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.93% fail on Mechanical brake components (37% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.80% fail on Brake linings and pads (36% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.80% fail on Brake pads (35% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0028% fail on Brake linings
      • 0.18% fail on Brake discs and drums (46% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.18% fail on Brake discs (46% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.23% fail on Brake performance (52% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.17% fail on Service brake performance (41% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.16% fail on Rbt (41% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.14% fail on Service brake performance (39% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.026% fail on Service brake imbalance (52% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0042% fail on Plate brake tester
          • 0.0028% fail on Service brake performance
          • 0.0014% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
      • 0.028% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp) (54% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.026% fail on Rbt (sp) (53% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.014% fail on Service brake imbalance (57% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.013% fail on Service brake performance
        • 0.0014% fail on Plate brake tester (sp)
          • 0.0014% fail on Service brake imbalance
      • 0.021% fail on Brake performance not tested
      • 0.019% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (84% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.019% fail on Rbt (sp) (84% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0042% fail on Parking brake performance (91% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0042% fail on Rbt (90% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.0028% fail on Parking brake performance (92% better than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.0014% fail on Parking brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
    • 0.018% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC (72% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Electronic stability control (70% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0084% fail on Anti-lock braking system (71% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.014% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 0.013% fail on Parking brake control (84% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.013% fail on Electronic parking brake
    • 0.0070% fail on Hydraulic systems
      • 0.0056% fail on Brake fluid
      • 0.0014% fail on Master cylinder
      • 0.0014% fail on Reservoirs
    • 0.0070% fail on Other components and prescribed areas
      • 0.0070% fail on Other components (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0056% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever (91% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0042% fail on Pedal (83% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0014% fail on Hand lever
    • 0.0056% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
      • 0.0056% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
    • 0.0042% fail on Rigid brake pipes (75% better than other 2017 cars)
  • 0.47% fail on Suspension (47% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.25% fail on Shock absorbers (140% worse than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.11% fail on Springs (68% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.11% fail on Coil springs (68% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.11% fail on Coil spring (68% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.040% fail on Suspension arms (82% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.024% fail on Pins and bushes (81% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0084% fail on Ball joint (89% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0056% fail on Ball joint dust cover (77% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0028% fail on Suspension arm
    • 0.039% fail on Wheel bearings
    • 0.026% fail on Anti-roll bars (80% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.017% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
      • 0.0042% fail on Linkage ball joints (93% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0028% fail on Ball joint (84% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0014% fail on Linkage
      • 0.0014% fail on Ball joint dust cover
    • 0.0042% fail on Sub-frames
      • 0.0014% fail on Sub-frame
      • 0.0014% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
      • 0.0014% fail on Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas
    • 0.0028% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0014% fail on Macpherson strut
      • 0.0014% fail on Attachment bracket and mounting
    • 0.0014% fail on Other suspension component
      • 0.0014% fail on Ball joint
    • 0.0014% fail on Air/gas/fluid suspension
      • 0.0014% fail on Other components
    • 0.0014% fail on Component mounting prescribed areas
  • 0.39% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (29% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.35% fail on Exhaust emissions (33% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.27% fail on Spark ignition
        • 0.13% fail on Catalyst emissions
        • 0.12% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (37% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.014% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.011% fail on Emission control equipment (2 times worse than other 2017 cars)
          • 0.011% fail on Catalytic converter (3 times worse than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0014% fail on Non catalyst emissions
      • 0.088% fail on Compression ignition (59% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.065% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (60% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0097% fail on Emissions not tested
        • 0.0056% fail on Emission control equipment
          • 0.0028% fail on Catalytic converter
          • 0.0014% fail on Particulate filter
          • 0.0014% fail on Other emission control equipment
        • 0.0042% fail on On or after 01/01/2014 (90% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0014% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Turbo
        • 0.0014% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
        • 0.0014% fail on On or after 01/07/2008
    • 0.024% fail on Noise suppression (4 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.019% fail on Sound deadening material (15 times worse than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0042% fail on Undertray
    • 0.011% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 0.011% fail on Engine oil leaks
  • 0.22% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 0.22% fail on Registration plates
  • 0.19% fail on Road Wheels
    • 0.12% fail on Attachment
    • 0.071% fail on Condition
  • 0.15% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (36% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.084% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp
    • 0.065% fail on Seat belts (50% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.063% fail on Condition (49% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0014% fail on Attachment
      • 0.0014% fail on Requirements
    • 0.0028% fail on Airbags
      • 0.0014% fail on Drivers airbag
      • 0.0014% fail on Passengers airbag
  • 0.12% fail on Body, chassis, structure (61% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.046% fail on Transmission (55% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.042% fail on Drive shafts (57% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.040% fail on Joints (57% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0014% fail on Drive shaft
      • 0.0042% fail on Prop shafts
        • 0.0028% fail on Joints
        • 0.0014% fail on Prop shaft
    • 0.014% fail on Bumpers
    • 0.014% fail on Doors (58% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0084% fail on Front passenger's door
        • 0.0070% fail on Door condition
        • 0.0014% fail on Catch
      • 0.0042% fail on Other passenger's door (73% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0028% fail on Door condition (81% better than other 2017 cars)
        • 0.0014% fail on Catch
        • 0.0014% fail on Hinge
      • 0.0014% fail on Driver's door
        • 0.0014% fail on Door condition
    • 0.013% fail on Exhaust system (83% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.0097% fail on Body (62% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0097% fail on Other body component
    • 0.0070% fail on Fuel system (75% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0070% fail on Fuel cap/sealing device
    • 0.0070% fail on Undertray
    • 0.0056% fail on Seats (70% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0028% fail on Driver's seat
      • 0.0028% fail on Passenger's seat
    • 0.0014% fail on Integral vehicle structure
      • 0.0014% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
    • 0.0014% fail on Spare wheel
      • 0.0014% fail on Spare wheel condition
    • 0.0014% fail on Engine mounting
      • 0.0014% fail on Bracket
  • 0.032% fail on Steering (79% better than other 2017 cars)
    • 0.014% fail on Steering gear
      • 0.014% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.013% fail on Steering linkage components (88% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0070% fail on Track rod end (92% better than other 2017 cars)
      • 0.0042% fail on Ball joint
      • 0.0014% fail on Drag link end
    • 0.0028% fail on Steering play
      • 0.0028% fail on Steering rack
    • 0.0028% fail on Electronic power steering
    • 0.0014% fail on Power steering
      • 0.0014% fail on Operation
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