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F25 VWW

1988 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

158,775 mi
Last recorded158,775 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF25 VWW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 158,775 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2026 158,733 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 158,495 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 158,014 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2023 157,978 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 157,189 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 156,794 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 156,084 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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F25 VWW is a 1988 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F25 VWW, 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 38 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 F25 VWW?

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What year was F25 VWW registered?

F25 VWW is a 1988 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F25 VWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F25 VWW 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.

Does F25 VWW have outstanding finance?

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