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FNZ 171

2016 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,202 mi
Last recorded89,202 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNZ 171
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 89,202 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2025 80,360 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 69,551 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 55,482 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 39,475 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 39,406 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GT TDI?

Based on 8,723 MOT tests across 2,557 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
6,510
Miles/Year
2,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 2
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FNZ 171 is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GT TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FNZ 171, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was FNZ 171 registered?

FNZ 171 is a 2016 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 19 February 2016.

Is FNZ 171 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNZ 171 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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