MOT Stats
Vehicle types : Car : Volkswagen : Golf : 1997
Volkswagen Golf 1997
Tests: 962
Pass rate: 64.66%
Most common fail reasons
| # | Reason | Fail code | Category | % |
| 1 | Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn. | 5.3.4(a)(i) | Major | 18% |
| 2 | Headlamp aim outwith limits. | 4.1.2(a) | Major | 17% |
| 3 | Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting. | 5.3.6(a)(i) | Major | 13% |
| 4 | Exhaust system leaking or insecure. | 6.1.2(a) | Major | 13% |
| 5 | Emissions lambda coefficient outwith limits. | 8.2.1.2(c) | Major | 11% |
| 6 | Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded. | 1.1.11(c) | Major | 10% |
| 7 | Position lamp missing or inoperative. | 4.2.1(a)(ii) | Major | 10% |
| 8 | Emissions levels exceed default limits. | 8.2.1.2(b) | Major | 9% |
| 9 | Seat belt load bearing structure strength significantly reduced near an anchorage point. | 7.1.1(a)(i) | Major | 9% |
| 10 | Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. | 1.4.2(a)(i) | Major | 8% |
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024
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