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YJ57 KZK

2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Grey Other 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

187,395 mi
Last recorded187,395 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ57 KZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,984cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 187,395 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 178,574 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 169,780 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2023 1 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 168,768 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 164,786 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 151,151 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 146,756 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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YJ57 KZK is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Grey with a 1,984cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YJ57 KZK, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YJ57 KZK registered?

YJ57 KZK is a 2007 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 3 October 2007.

Is YJ57 KZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ57 KZK shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ57 KZK have outstanding finance?

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