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KIG 8488

2008 Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI 140

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

138,422 mi
Last recorded138,422 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIG 8488
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT Sport TDI 140
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2025 138,422 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 119,352 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 118,662 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI 140?

Based on 1,106 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
7,626
Miles/Year
175
On UK Roads
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KIG 8488 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI 140 in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KIG 8488 registered?

KIG 8488 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GT Sport TDI 140, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is KIG 8488 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIG 8488 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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