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IEZ 7172

2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,421 mi
Last recorded130,421 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,687 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIEZ 7172
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 130,421 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2024 130,373 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2023 122,230 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 116,786 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2022 116,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 110,471 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 95,609 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 85,777 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 7172 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 IEZ 7172, 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 7172?

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What year was IEZ 7172 registered?

IEZ 7172 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 23 June 2006.

Is IEZ 7172 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IEZ 7172 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 IEZ 7172 have outstanding finance?

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