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XIW 8228

1999 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Green Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

166,904 mi
Last recorded166,904 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIW 8228
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 166,904 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 164,062 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 163,075 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 159,681 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 156,343 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 149,500 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 144,758 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 139,024 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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XIW 8228 is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Green with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XIW 8228, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XIW 8228 registered?

XIW 8228 is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 4 October 1999.

Is XIW 8228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIW 8228 shows 8 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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