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2000 Volkswagen Golf GTI (115 Bhp) 2.0L Petrol · MRZ 1257

MRZ 1257

2000 Volkswagen Golf GTI (115 Bhp) (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2000. Recorded mileage 121,585 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jan 2025. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI (115 BHP)
Year / Origin
2000 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 19 Jan 2025
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
121,585 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 19 Jan 2025
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2000
Engine
2000cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This 2000 Volkswagen Golf GTI shows a clean MOT history with no recorded defects across its recent inspections. The most recent result from January 2024 was a pass, following two failures in late 2023 that recorded no specific defects. This suggests the previous failures may have been related to minor items or administrative issues rather than serious mechanical deterioration. The vehicle's condition trend appears stable. While there were two consecutive failures at the end of 2023, the car successfully passed its most recent test without any advisories or defects listed. This indicates that any issues identified during those failures were addressed promptly. With approximately 121,585 miles over 26 years, the car has averaged around 4,676 miles per year. This is significantly lower than the national average, which could imply light usage or periods where the vehicle has been sitting idle. While low mileage generally means less wear on the drivetrain and suspension, long periods of inactivity can lead to issues with seals, rubber components, and fluid degradation. Because the mileage is low but the car is quite old, the primary risk is age-related wear on components that degrade regardless of distance.
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MRZ 1257 Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2024
  • 121,585 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MRZ 1257 MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 23:17
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Volkswagen Golf Gti (115 Bhp) (MRZ 1257) between November 2021 and January 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

MRZ 1257 Mileage History

  1. 29/11/2021112,540 mi
  2. 08/01/2023117,488 mi+4,948 mi
  3. 30/12/2023121,399 mi+3,911 mi
  4. 13/01/2024121,513 mi+114 mi
  5. 20/01/2024121,585 mi+72 mi

Average of roughly 4,226 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
Older vehicle
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