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EXZ 8979

2010 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,272 mi
Last recorded84,272 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXZ 8979
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2025 84,272 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 79,123 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 73,561 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2023
Pass 12 Jun 2022 67,294 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 57,507 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 44,707 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 40,312 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 35,556 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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EXZ 8979 is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EXZ 8979, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EXZ 8979?

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What year was EXZ 8979 registered?

EXZ 8979 is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 30 July 2010.

Is EXZ 8979 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXZ 8979 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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