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MNZ 5208

2005 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

169,680 mi
Last recorded169,680 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNZ 5208
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2026 169,680 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 158,174 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 158,071 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 150,880 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2019 150,854 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 143,770 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2018 143,668 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 134,146 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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MNZ 5208 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MNZ 5208, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was MNZ 5208 registered?

MNZ 5208 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is MNZ 5208 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MNZ 5208 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.

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