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JNZ 1051

2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,280 mi
Last recorded115,280 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI80,687 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNZ 1051
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 115,280 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 111,236 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 110,513 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 101,544 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2022 101,407 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 90,132 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 80,638 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 77,403 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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JNZ 1051 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 JNZ 1051, 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 JNZ 1051?

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What year was JNZ 1051 registered?

JNZ 1051 is a 2006 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 28 August 2006.

Is JNZ 1051 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNZ 1051 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 JNZ 1051 have outstanding finance?

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