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OV53 VBD

2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

235,036 mi
Last recorded235,036 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV53 VBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 235,036 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 235,015 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 234,902 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 219,959 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2020 219,795 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 205,462 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 187,756 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2017 187,483 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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OV53 VBD is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 OV53 VBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was OV53 VBD registered?

OV53 VBD is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is OV53 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV53 VBD shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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