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IEZ 1778

2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

132,793 mi
Last recorded132,793 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,687 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIEZ 1778
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 132,793 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 126,254 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2023 117,613 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 117,561 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 114,687 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 96,155 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 81,192 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 77,749 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 75,799 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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IEZ 1778 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 80,687 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 IEZ 1778, 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 20 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 IEZ 1778?

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What year was IEZ 1778 registered?

IEZ 1778 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 3 May 2006.

Is IEZ 1778 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IEZ 1778 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.

Does IEZ 1778 have outstanding finance?

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