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1-FME-763

1993 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

226,565 mi
Last recorded226,565 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2014
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Golf104,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1-FME-763
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Oct 2014 226,565 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

n/s/f inner sill has slight corrosion

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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1-FME-763 is a 1993 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 104,971 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1-FME-763, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 33 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 1-FME-763 registered?

1-FME-763 is a 1993 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 March 1993.

Is 1-FME-763 safe to buy?

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Does 1-FME-763 have outstanding finance?

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