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TLZ 5287

2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Black Other 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

112,814 mi
Last recorded112,814 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLZ 5287
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2024 112,814 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 108,006 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 102,638 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 96,284 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 87,909 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 82,100 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 76,827 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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TLZ 5287 is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Black with a 2,000cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TLZ 5287, 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 TLZ 5287 registered?

TLZ 5287 is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 7 March 2007.

Is TLZ 5287 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLZ 5287 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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