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GFZ 3252

2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

97,171 mi
Last recorded97,171 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI67,593 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFZ 3252
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 97,171 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 97,120 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 94,497 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2024 91,123 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 86,818 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 83,358 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 80,390 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 70,518 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 60,771 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 51,027 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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GFZ 3252 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 67,593 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GFZ 3252, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFZ 3252?

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What year was GFZ 3252 registered?

GFZ 3252 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 30 May 2011.

Is GFZ 3252 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFZ 3252 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFZ 3252 have outstanding finance?

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