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MFZ 6978

2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,292 mi
Last recorded112,292 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI67,593 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFZ 6978
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 112,292 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 112,262 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 106,394 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 102,377 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 96,986 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 93,736 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 83,492 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 71,300 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 59,978 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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MFZ 6978 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI in White with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 67,593 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 MFZ 6978, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MFZ 6978?

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What year was MFZ 6978 registered?

MFZ 6978 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 21 January 2011.

Is MFZ 6978 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFZ 6978 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MFZ 6978 have outstanding finance?

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