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SHZ 7640

2010 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

198,233 mi
Last recorded198,233 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHZ 7640
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 198,233 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2025 196,962 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 193,285 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 180,368 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 173,476 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2023 172,927 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 161,941 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 139,419 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 119,758 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 101,125 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2017 101,224 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf S TDI?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 2,703 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
8,387
Miles/Year
2,703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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SHZ 7640 is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf S TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SHZ 7640, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SHZ 7640?

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What year was SHZ 7640 registered?

SHZ 7640 is a 2010 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 6 September 2010.

Is SHZ 7640 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHZ 7640 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHZ 7640 have outstanding finance?

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