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S29 GFC

2003 Volkswagen Golf R32

Silver Other 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2025
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

99,652 mi
Last recorded99,652 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32102,664 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS29 GFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R32
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,200cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 99,652 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 98,940 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 98,887 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2022 98,105 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 98,011 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 91,195 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 90,978 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R32?

Based on 957 MOT tests across 181 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
2,999
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
181
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Headlamp aim too low 4
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 2
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 2
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S29 GFC is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32 in Silver with a 3,200cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 102,664 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf R32 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S29 GFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf R32 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R32 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S29 GFC registered?

S29 GFC is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf R32, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is S29 GFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S29 GFC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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