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UKZ 7976

2008 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,464 mi
Last recorded91,464 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKZ 7976
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GT TDI
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 91,464 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2026 91,075 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 88,467 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 86,110 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 84,220 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2023 84,211 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2021 82,816 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 78,241 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 71,661 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 64,911 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GT TDI?

Based on 8,723 MOT tests across 2,557 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
6,510
Miles/Year
2,557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 2
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UKZ 7976 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GT TDI fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UKZ 7976, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was UKZ 7976 registered?

UKZ 7976 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GT TDI, first registered on 4 January 2008.

Is UKZ 7976 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKZ 7976 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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