2019 Volkswagen Golf Gt — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 348 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Volkswagen Golf Gt, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 91.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 14.5% in the 60-90k group versus 5.6% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.2% | 18 |
| 2 | Brakes | 2.6% | 9 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.7% | 6 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 6 |
| 5 | Visibility | 0.6% | 2 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 11 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 8 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 7 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 4 |
| 5 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 2 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 1 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 24.4% | 85 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.0% | 59 |
| 3 | Brakes | 13.5% | 47 |
| 4 | Other defects | 5.5% | 19 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.3% | 8 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 1.4% | 5 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 90 | 5.6% |
| 30-60k | 175 | 7.4% |
| 60-90k | 76 | 14.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 79 | 3.8% |
| 2023 | 91 | 7.7% |
| 2024 | 84 | 5.9% |
| 2025 | 94 | 16.0% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Golf Gt
Before buying a 2019 Volkswagen Golf Gt, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.2% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Brakes (2.6% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (1.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2019 Volkswagen Golf Gts pass their MOT?
91.4% of the 348 2019 Volkswagen Golf Gt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Volkswagen Golf Gt?
Tyres, recorded in 5.2% of tests, followed by brakes (2.6%).
Does the 2019 Golf Gt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 5.6% in the 0-30k band to 14.5% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 348 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.