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RCZ 1511

2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

169,049 mi
Last recorded169,049 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCZ 1511
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 169,049 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2025 167,057 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2025 166,865 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 162,380 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2024
Pass 10 Jun 2023 157,961 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 157,850 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 154,056 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 150,796 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 143,359 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 143,321 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 137,925 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 132,521 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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RCZ 1511 is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RCZ 1511, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RCZ 1511?

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What year was RCZ 1511 registered?

RCZ 1511 is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is RCZ 1511 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCZ 1511 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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