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WIW 7979

2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

168,299 mi
Last recorded168,299 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWIW 7979
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 168,299 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 164,453 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 160,004 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2024 159,674 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 156,449 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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WIW 7979 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Grey with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WIW 7979, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was WIW 7979 registered?

WIW 7979 is a 2011 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 17 June 2011.

Is WIW 7979 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WIW 7979 shows 5 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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