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NFZ 5956

2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

137,171 mi
Last recorded137,171 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI56,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFZ 5956
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 137,171 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2025 136,828 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 132,313 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 122,025 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 113,935 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 92,326 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 84,548 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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NFZ 5956 is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 56,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NFZ 5956, 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 16 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 NFZ 5956?

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What year was NFZ 5956 registered?

NFZ 5956 is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 15 October 2010.

Is NFZ 5956 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFZ 5956 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFZ 5956 have outstanding finance?

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