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BU71 ZHZ

2021 Volkswagen Golf R-line TDI S-a

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,393 mi
Last recorded50,393 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Golf R-line TDI S-a37,147 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU71 ZHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R-line TDI S-a
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 50,393 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 50,393 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2025 48,450 miles

Central Front Upper Engine bay covered in rodent urine.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Dead rodent wedged in rear axle of vehicle.

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 36,735 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front tyres inner edges feathering

under trays fitted

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R-line TDI S-a?

Based on 6,536 MOT tests across 3,142 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
9,898
Miles/Year
3,142
On UK Roads
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BU71 ZHZ is a 2021 Volkswagen Golf R-line TDI S-a in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Golf R-line TDI S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 37,147 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU71 ZHZ registered?

BU71 ZHZ is a 2021 Volkswagen Golf R-line TDI S-a, first registered on 25 September 2021.

Is BU71 ZHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU71 ZHZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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