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VU18 TZX

2018 Volkswagen Golf R

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,462 mi
Last recorded72,462 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU18 TZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf R
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 72,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Oct 2025 72,462 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 64,161 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 57,760 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 57,632 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 47,796 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 41,853 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 30,206 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf R?

Based on 1,948 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

91.9%
Pass Rate
6,210
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads
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VU18 TZX is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf R in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The Volkswagen Golf R typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 8 years old, this Volkswagen Golf R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU18 TZX?

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What year was VU18 TZX registered?

VU18 TZX is a 2018 Volkswagen Golf R, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is VU18 TZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU18 TZX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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