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AFZ 1761

2009 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,531 mi
Last recorded133,531 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFZ 1761
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2026 133,531 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 128,157 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 119,221 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 119,051 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 111,002 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 101,315 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 88,752 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 78,835 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 70,043 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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AFZ 1761 is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Black with a 1,598cc 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 AFZ 1761, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFZ 1761?

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What year was AFZ 1761 registered?

AFZ 1761 is a 2009 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 28 October 2009.

Is AFZ 1761 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFZ 1761 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.

Does AFZ 1761 have outstanding finance?

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