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IFZ 6980

2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Silver Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

185,065 mi
Last recorded185,065 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIFZ 6980
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2026 185,065 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2024 166,961 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 158,605 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 145,677 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 145,640 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 134,729 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 107,412 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 94,936 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf S TDI?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 2,703 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
8,387
Miles/Year
2,703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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IFZ 6980 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Silver with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf S TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying IFZ 6980, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IFZ 6980?

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What year was IFZ 6980 registered?

IFZ 6980 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 28 January 2011.

Is IFZ 6980 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IFZ 6980 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IFZ 6980 have outstanding finance?

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