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CXZ 5538

2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

167,936 mi
Last recorded167,936 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCXZ 5538
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 167,936 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 166,761 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 147,885 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 133,652 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 119,719 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 107,464 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 88,332 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 78,598 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 69,136 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 68,949 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf S TDI?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 2,703 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
8,387
Miles/Year
2,703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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CXZ 5538 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf S TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CXZ 5538, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CXZ 5538?

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What year was CXZ 5538 registered?

CXZ 5538 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 31 March 2011.

Is CXZ 5538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CXZ 5538 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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