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N23 SGT

2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

171,918 mi
Last recorded171,918 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN23 SGT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 171,918 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2026 171,879 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 159,403 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 159,039 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2023 156,368 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 143,271 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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N23 SGT is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 N23 SGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was N23 SGT registered?

N23 SGT is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is N23 SGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N23 SGT shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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