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XX05 RMB

2017 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,855 mi
Last recorded86,855 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX05 RMB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 86,855 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 81,242 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 120,159 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 71,813 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 106,360 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 63,310 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 53,481 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 44,875 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2021 44,821 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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XX05 RMB is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XX05 RMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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What year was XX05 RMB registered?

XX05 RMB is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 31 March 2017.

Is XX05 RMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for XX05 RMB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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