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AK59FKU
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF S TDI
2009, Black, 140,605mi
MOT
TAX
Full History
Service History
0
Very Poor
Positives
Latest MOT was a clean pass.
Multiple MOTs in a row were clean.
Averages 8k-12k miles each year.
Negatives
Mileage past 100k – major components are in high-wear territory.
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write-offs
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history
Age
17 yrs
Mileage
140,605 mi
Yearly Mileage
8,271 mi
Mileage outlook
Based on similar Volkswagen Golf vehicles
140,605mi
Current mileage
~20,000mi
below typical scrappage mileage
0 mi
~160,000 miTypical scrappage
Normal mileage for its age
Yearly mileage sits in the usual range for a vehicle of this age.
MOT Comments
Medium MOT Risk
Clear MOTs
Advisory MOTs
Failed MOTs
Based on 20 recorded MOTs
MOT History
70% pass rate
Passed
Failed
Passed 14 · Failed 6
Vehicle Specs
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Updated Live
Overview
2009
Age
1.6L
Engine Size
HEAVY OIL
Fuel Type
140.6k
Mileage
Black
Colour
N/A
Weight
Specs
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF S TDI
Engine
1,600cc
Fuel
HEAVY OIL
Mileage
140,605 mi
Colour
Black
Weight
N/A
Age
2009
Performance
Power
89 bhp
Torque
250 Nm
0-62 mph
12.9s
Top Speed
111 mph
Drive
N/A
Transmission
Manual
Factory Spec Report for this VOLKSWAGEN
The £1.99 report lists the standard equipment for this registration. Interior, technology, safety and wheels.
Example factory spec report
Sample equipment — not this car
Alloy wheels
Electric front seats
Bluetooth connection
Blind spot monitoring
Mileage
Mileage history
How this car’s recorded mileage has changed
140,605 mi
Latest recorded mileageMileage rises consistently
No obvious mileage drops were found in the recorded MOT history.
Annual mileage
Miles added between recorded MOT readings
7,006 mi
Typical yearly mileageTypical recent mileage
About 7,889 miles were added between Aug 2025 and Aug 2026, around 7,915 miles a year, compared with this car’s typical annual mileage of around 7,006 miles. An earlier interval added about 33,856 miles between Sept 2013 and Feb 2015, higher than this car’s historical average.
Tax & MOT History
MOT and tax status from DVLA. Tax prices, when shown, come from the vehicle specification record.
MOT
MOT Status
Valid
MOT Days Remaining
318 Days
MOT Due Date
31/08/27
Passed / Failed
14 / 6
MOT Pass Rate
70%
Tax
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax Days Remaining
257 Days
Tax Due Date
01/07/27
12-month tax
£35
Tax price source
Vehicle specification record, not DVLA
Average Miles P/Y
8,271
Last V5 Change
8 Years Ago
MOT Insights
Based on 20 recorded MOTs
20
Total MOTs
Clear
Advisory
Failed
Full MOT History
20 tests
Clear
Advisory
Failed
MOT history complete
14/15
14/15 MOTs on record – no gaps detected
140,605 mi
7 August 2026
Valid until 31 Aug 2027
140,605 mi
7 August 2026
Reason for failure
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Reason for failure
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
132,716 mi
8 August 2025
Valid until 31 Aug 2026
Advisory
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
124,480 mi
7 August 2024
Valid until 31 Aug 2025
113,472 mi
11 August 2023
Valid until 31 Aug 2024
Advisory
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory
Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Rear Bushes Perished (5.3.2 (c))
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Fronts Slight Fluid Leak (5.3.2 (b))
Minor advisory
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered In Grease But Preventing The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive Wear (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Toe Arm Bushes Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension wear or play
113,198 mi
31 July 2023
Reason for failure
Towbar component defective Electrics Inoperative (6.1.6 (a))
Reason for failure
Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Rear Inner Unable To See/Test Brake Pads
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory
Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Rear Bushes Perished (5.3.2 (c))
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Fronts Slight Fluid Leak (5.3.2 (b))
Minor advisory
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered In Grease But Preventing The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive Wear (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Reason for failure
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Toe Arm Bushes Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension wear or play
103,167 mi
1 September 2022
Valid until 31 Aug 2023
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
103,167 mi
1 September 2022
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
Reason for failure
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
94,877 mi
26 June 2021
Valid until 6 Jul 2022
Advisory
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory
Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Nearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
90,951 mi
7 July 2020
Valid until 6 Jul 2021
Advisory
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides just over 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
83,925 mi
17 May 2019
Valid until 16 Nov 2020
83,918 mi
14 May 2019
Reason for failure
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Lighting fault noted
Reason for failure
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Lighting fault noted
Reason for failure
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Lighting fault noted
Reason for failure
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
77,952 mi
30 January 2018
Valid until 4 Feb 2019
77,952 mi
30 January 2018
Reason for failure
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Tyre wear or damage reported
73,551 mi
16 January 2017
Valid until 4 Feb 2018
Advisory
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Tyre wear or damage reported
65,836 mi
1 February 2016
Valid until 4 Feb 2017
60,672 mi
5 February 2015
Valid until 4 Feb 2016
60,672 mi
5 February 2015
Reason for failure
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Brake wear needs attention
Reason for failure
Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Reason for failure
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake wear needs attention
Reason for failure
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake wear needs attention
26,816 mi
30 September 2013
Valid until 29 Sept 2014
24,772 mi
24 November 2012
Valid until 16 Dec 2013
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AK59FKU
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF S TDI
2009, Black, 140,605mi
0
Very Poor
Positives
Latest MOT was a clean pass.
Multiple MOTs in a row were clean.
Averages 8k-12k miles each year.
Negatives
Mileage past 100k – major components are in high-wear territory.
MOT
TAX
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Service History
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Quick Specs
2009
Year
1.6L
Engine
HEAVY OIL
Fuel
Manual
Transmission
140.6k mi
Mileage
Vehicle Health
Mileage outlook
Based on similar Volkswagen Golf vehicles
140,605mi
Current mileage
~20,000mi
below typical scrappage mileage
0 mi
~160,000 miTypical scrappage
Normal mileage for its age
Yearly mileage sits in the usual range for a vehicle of this age.
Mileage
140,605 mi
Yearly Mileage
8,271 mi
MOT Risk
Medium MOT Risk
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MOT Health
Medium MOT Risk
20 MOTs analysed
Clear MOTs
Advisory MOTs
Failed MOTs
70% pass rate
Passed
Failed
Passed 14 · Failed 6
Vehicle Specs
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Vehicle
Make
VOLKSWAGEN
Model
GOLF S TDI
Engine
1,600cc
Fuel
HEAVY OIL
Mileage
140,605 mi
Colour
Black
Weight
N/A
Age
2009
Performance
Power
89 bhp
Torque
250 Nm
0-62 mph
12.9s
Top Speed
111 mph
Drive
N/A
Transmission
Manual
Factory Spec Report for this VOLKSWAGEN
The £1.99 report lists the standard equipment for this registration. Interior, technology, safety and wheels.
Example factory spec report
Sample equipment — not this car
Alloy wheels
Electric front seats
Bluetooth connection
Blind spot monitoring
Mileage history
How this car’s recorded mileage has changed
140,605 mi
Latest recorded mileageMileage rises consistently
No obvious mileage drops were found in the recorded MOT history.
Annual mileage
Miles added between recorded MOT readings
7,006 mi
Typical yearly mileageTypical recent mileage
About 7,889 miles were added between Aug 2025 and Aug 2026, around 7,915 miles a year, compared with this car’s typical annual mileage of around 7,006 miles. An earlier interval added about 33,856 miles between Sept 2013 and Feb 2015, higher than this car’s historical average.
Tax & MOT History
MOT and tax status from DVLA. Tax prices, when shown, come from the vehicle specification record.
MOT
MOT Status
Valid
MOT Days Remaining
318 Days
MOT Due Date
31/08/27
Passed / Failed
14 / 6
MOT Pass Rate
70%
Tax
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax Days Remaining
257 Days
Tax Due Date
01/07/27
12-month tax
£35
Tax price source
Vehicle specification record, not DVLA
Average Miles P/Y
8,271
Last V5 Change
8 Years Ago
Full MOT History
20 tests
Clear
Advisory
Failed
MOT history complete
14/15
14/15 MOTs on record – no gaps detected
140,605 mi
7 August 2026
Valid until 31 Aug 2027
140,605 mi
7 August 2026
Reason for failure
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Reason for failure
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
132,716 mi
8 August 2025
Valid until 31 Aug 2026
Advisory
Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
124,480 mi
7 August 2024
Valid until 31 Aug 2025
113,472 mi
11 August 2023
Valid until 31 Aug 2024
Advisory
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory
Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Rear Bushes Perished (5.3.2 (c))
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Fronts Slight Fluid Leak (5.3.2 (b))
Minor advisory
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered In Grease But Preventing The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive Wear (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Toe Arm Bushes Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension wear or play
113,198 mi
31 July 2023
Reason for failure
Towbar component defective Electrics Inoperative (6.1.6 (a))
Reason for failure
Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Rear Inner Unable To See/Test Brake Pads
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory
Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both Rear Bushes Perished (5.3.2 (c))
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both Fronts Slight Fluid Leak (5.3.2 (b))
Minor advisory
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered In Grease But Preventing The Ingress Of Dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Excessive Wear (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Reason for failure
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory
Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Toe Arm Bushes Perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Suspension wear or play
103,167 mi
1 September 2022
Valid until 31 Aug 2023
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
103,167 mi
1 September 2022
Advisory
Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
Reason for failure
Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
94,877 mi
26 June 2021
Valid until 6 Jul 2022
Advisory
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory
Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Nearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
90,951 mi
7 July 2020
Valid until 6 Jul 2021
Advisory
Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides just over 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Tyre wear or damage reported
Advisory
Nearside Front anti roll bar link ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated
83,925 mi
17 May 2019
Valid until 16 Nov 2020
83,918 mi
14 May 2019
Reason for failure
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Lighting fault noted
Reason for failure
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Lighting fault noted
Reason for failure
Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Lighting fault noted
Reason for failure
Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
77,952 mi
30 January 2018
Valid until 4 Feb 2019
77,952 mi
30 January 2018
Reason for failure
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Tyre wear or damage reported
73,551 mi
16 January 2017
Valid until 4 Feb 2018
Advisory
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Brake wear needs attention
Advisory
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Tyre wear or damage reported
65,836 mi
1 February 2016
Valid until 4 Feb 2017
60,672 mi
5 February 2015
Valid until 4 Feb 2016
60,672 mi
5 February 2015
Reason for failure
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Brake wear needs attention
Reason for failure
Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Reason for failure
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake wear needs attention
Reason for failure
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Brake wear needs attention
26,816 mi
30 September 2013
Valid until 29 Sept 2014
24,772 mi
24 November 2012
Valid until 16 Dec 2013
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