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VBZ 6790

1999 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Blue Other 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

173,732 mi
Last recorded173,732 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBZ 6790
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 173,732 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 169,442 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2023 169,289 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 165,239 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 162,104 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 155,784 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 152,512 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 152,460 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 152,322 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 148,024 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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VBZ 6790 is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Blue with a 1,800cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VBZ 6790, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VBZ 6790 registered?

VBZ 6790 is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 7 April 1999.

Is VBZ 6790 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBZ 6790 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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