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EXZ 3866

2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Black Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

182,563 mi
Last recorded182,563 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXZ 3866
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 182,563 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 166,728 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 151,336 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2024 151,291 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 137,104 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2021 117,910 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 80,954 miles
Pass 1 May 2018
Pass 12 Apr 2017 58,464 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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EXZ 3866 is a 2012 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 EXZ 3866, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EXZ 3866?

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What year was EXZ 3866 registered?

EXZ 3866 is a 2012 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is EXZ 3866 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXZ 3866 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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