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XLZ 4181

2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

103,460 mi
Last recorded103,460 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLZ 4181
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 103,460 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2026 103,460 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2025 99,341 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 97,408 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 97,349 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2023 97,234 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 93,291 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 92,461 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 92,443 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 83,725 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 83,450 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 77,981 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 72,904 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 72,591 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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XLZ 4181 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 XLZ 4181, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XLZ 4181 registered?

XLZ 4181 is a 2008 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is XLZ 4181 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLZ 4181 shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XLZ 4181 have outstanding finance?

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