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RIG 8657

2005 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

163,743 mi
Last recorded163,743 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIG 8657
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 163,743 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 163,742 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 163,740 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 163,474 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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RIG 8657 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

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 RIG 8657, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was RIG 8657 registered?

RIG 8657 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 2 February 2005.

Is RIG 8657 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIG 8657 shows 4 tests with a 25% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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