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NJZ 3496

2001 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

251,040 mi
Last recorded251,040 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJZ 3496
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 251,040 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2026 251,040 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 250,661 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 238,351 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 227,391 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 219,962 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 208,495 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 203,027 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 202,696 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 196,246 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2017 196,218 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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NJZ 3496 is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NJZ 3496, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJZ 3496 registered?

NJZ 3496 is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 20 February 2001.

Is NJZ 3496 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJZ 3496 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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