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ALZ 6155

1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,973 mi
Last recorded154,973 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 6155
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2026 154,973 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 153,579 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 152,405 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 150,977 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 149,547 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 147,076 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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ALZ 6155 is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALZ 6155, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ALZ 6155 registered?

ALZ 6155 is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is ALZ 6155 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 6155 shows 6 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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