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DXZ 8117

2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Grey Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

100,041 mi
Last recorded100,041 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXZ 8117
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 100,041 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2025 100,006 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 91,817 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 88,640 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 78,037 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 66,796 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 55,778 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 48,702 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 43,119 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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DXZ 8117 is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Grey 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 DXZ 8117, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DXZ 8117 registered?

DXZ 8117 is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 27 February 2012.

Is DXZ 8117 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXZ 8117 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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