‹ Volkswagen Golf2018 Volkswagen Golf: MOT pass rate and common faults
61,358 first MOTs in 2025 · DVSA data · For guidance only · How we count
86.1%passed first time
Share of first MOT tests passed with no repairs. Repairs made at the test centre count as a fail.
- 2018 Volkswagen Golf86.1%
- All 2018 cars80.9%
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Its own MOT history, free.
Most common failure areas
Share of the 8,515 failed first MOTs with a fault in each area. A test can count in more than one area, so these add up to more than 100%.
- Tyres39.9%
- Lights and electrics21.0%
- Suspension19.9%
- Brakes15.9%
- Windscreen, wipers, mirrors13.6%
- Noise, emissions, leaks4.8%
- Body, chassis, structure1.9%
- Wheels1.8%
- Seat belts and airbags1.4%
- Number plates and VIN1.4%
- Steering0.7%
Typical mileage at test55,200
Median odometer reading at the 2025 MOT, in miles.
What MOT data can't tell you about any 2018 Volkswagen Golf
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.