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LLZ 1242

2003 Volkswagen Golf TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

135,652 mi
Last recorded135,652 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Golf TDI125,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLLZ 1242
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf TDI
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 135,652 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 135,583 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 131,319 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 131,317 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf TDI?

Based on 1,291 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
7,065
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8
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LLZ 1242 is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Golf TDI models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 125,190 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LLZ 1242, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf TDI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Golf TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LLZ 1242 registered?

LLZ 1242 is a 2003 Volkswagen Golf TDI, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LLZ 1242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LLZ 1242 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LLZ 1242 have outstanding finance?

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