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LKZ 8289

2004 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,248 mi
Last recorded171,248 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLKZ 8289
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 171,248 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 161,525 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 151,685 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 145,188 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 138,153 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 125,977 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 117,525 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GT TDI?

Based on 8,723 MOT tests across 2,557 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
6,510
Miles/Year
2,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 2
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LKZ 8289 is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GT TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LKZ 8289, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was LKZ 8289 registered?

LKZ 8289 is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 4 March 2004.

Is LKZ 8289 safe to buy?

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