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RO05 RYR

2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

117,192 mi
Last recorded117,192 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO05 RYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 117,192 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 117,123 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 112,626 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 102,050 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 92,657 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 82,320 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 82,313 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 75,712 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 75,483 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 69,230 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
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RO05 RYR is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RO05 RYR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RO05 RYR registered?

RO05 RYR is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 1 June 2007.

Is RO05 RYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO05 RYR shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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