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FIG 8649

2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Silver Other 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

125,172 mi
Last recorded125,172 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIG 8649
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 125,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 123,731 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2023 123,576 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 116,561 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 116,426 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 102,844 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 95,267 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 95,041 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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FIG 8649 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Silver with a 1,984cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FIG 8649, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of FIG 8649?

You can check the full history of FIG 8649 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FIG 8649 registered?

FIG 8649 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is FIG 8649 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIG 8649 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FIG 8649 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FIG 8649. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

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