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DRZ 5297

2008 Volkswagen Golf TDI S

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,439 mi
Last recorded164,439 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRZ 5297
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf TDI S
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2024 164,439 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2024 164,066 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 158,630 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 150,085 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 133,300 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 108,131 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 108,087 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 97,232 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 87,409 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 87,338 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf TDI S?

Based on 9,191 MOT tests across 2,141 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
7,338
Miles/Year
2,141
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault 1
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DRZ 5297 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf TDI S in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf TDI S fails its MOT is electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRZ 5297, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DRZ 5297 registered?

DRZ 5297 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf TDI S, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is DRZ 5297 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRZ 5297 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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