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CMZ 616

2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,408 mi
Last recorded101,408 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,687 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMZ 616
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2026 101,408 miles
Pass 11 May 2025 94,067 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 85,992 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2024 85,896 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 75,860 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 74,730 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 72,601 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 71,698 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 71,031 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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CMZ 616 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 80,687 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CMZ 616, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CMZ 616?

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What year was CMZ 616 registered?

CMZ 616 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 10 January 2006.

Is CMZ 616 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMZ 616 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CMZ 616 have outstanding finance?

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