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ESZ 1182

2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

164,696 mi
Last recorded164,696 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESZ 1182
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2026 164,696 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 164,544 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 156,876 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 147,209 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2023 147,084 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 136,556 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 102,064 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 86,418 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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ESZ 1182 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 ESZ 1182, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ESZ 1182 registered?

ESZ 1182 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 5 September 2011.

Is ESZ 1182 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESZ 1182 shows 8 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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