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888 GSX

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,765 mi
Last recorded43,765 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration888 GSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 43,765 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 43,707 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 43,652 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 43,639 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 43,626 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 43,480 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 43,410 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 43,362 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 43,264 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 43,248 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 42,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 May 2013 41,897 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 41,429 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 40,020 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 40,007 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 May 2010 34,902 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 29,346 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 22,630 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 22,630 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 16,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

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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888 GSX is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 86,582 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 888 GSX, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 888 GSX registered?

888 GSX is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is 888 GSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 888 GSX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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