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Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo. Check any Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo by registration number below.

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93.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.6%

vs Volkswagen Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo has an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, which is 7.6 percentage points above the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo fails its MOT are a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre seriously damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. If you are preparing your Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo performs at MOT across different model years.

2020

Based on 17,595 vehicles

93.5%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.6%

Retest Rate

6.9%

Mileage at 3yr

38k mi

Mileage at 5yr

60k mi

2019

Based on 2,867 vehicles

92.7%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.0%

Retest Rate

7.7%

Mileage at 3yr

40k mi

Mileage at 5yr

59k mi

0

Based on 9,030 vehicles

93.6%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

25k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

0.9%
2

A tyre seriously damaged

0.8%
3

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

0.6%
4

Engine MIL illuminated indicating a malfunction

0.5%
5

A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

0.4%
Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

1.0%

Front Offside

1.0%

Rear Nearside

0.6%

Other Volkswagen Models

Compare MOT reliability across Volkswagen models.

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92.3% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

Volkswagen T-roc Black Edition Tsi

93.5% pass rate

Volkswagen Golf Sv Se Navigation Tsi

75.0% pass rate

Volkswagen LT

60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo

Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo is 93.3% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo?
The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo are: a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (0.9%), A tyre seriously damaged (0.8%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (0.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.3%, the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo: 37,713 miles at 3 years, 60,414 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Golf Match Edition Tsi Evo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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