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L9 XJE

2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,711 mi
Last recorded111,711 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 XJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 111,711 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2024 108,065 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 107,645 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 103,740 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 103,605 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 98,598 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 98,543 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 90,257 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 83,504 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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L9 XJE is a 2007 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 77.8%.

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 L9 XJE, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L9 XJE registered?

L9 XJE is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is L9 XJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 XJE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L9 XJE have outstanding finance?

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