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NLZ 5228

2004 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2023
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

172,505 mi
Last recorded172,505 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLZ 5228
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2022 172,505 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 171,503 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021
Fail 16 Nov 2021 171,347 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 164,133 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019
Pass 5 Sep 2018 156,346 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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NLZ 5228 is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 NLZ 5228, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was NLZ 5228 registered?

NLZ 5228 is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is NLZ 5228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLZ 5228 shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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