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TIB 5244

1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

158,551 mi
Last recorded158,551 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIB 5244
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 158,551 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 158,524 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 157,296 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 157,183 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2022 157,078 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 157,067 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 156,947 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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TIB 5244 is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 TIB 5244, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TIB 5244?

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What year was TIB 5244 registered?

TIB 5244 is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 11 June 1990.

Is TIB 5244 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TIB 5244 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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