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OLZ 5233

2005 Volkswagen Golf TDI

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

179,413 mi
Last recorded179,413 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLZ 5233
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf TDI
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 179,413 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 179,381 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 175,661 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 171,127 miles
Fail 20 May 2022 170,984 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 167,104 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 156,270 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 147,038 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 136,456 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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OLZ 5233 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf TDI in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OLZ 5233, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf TDI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of OLZ 5233?

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What year was OLZ 5233 registered?

OLZ 5233 is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf TDI, first registered on 7 January 2005.

Is OLZ 5233 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLZ 5233 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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