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708 GZ

2009 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,730 mi
Last recorded48,730 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Golf77,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration708 GZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2026 48,730 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 46,898 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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708 GZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 77,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 708 GZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 708 GZ?

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What year was 708 GZ registered?

708 GZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is 708 GZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 708 GZ shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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