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1983 CP

2017 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1395cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,993 mi
Last recorded115,993 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2017 Volkswagen Golf44,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1983 CP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,395cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 115,993 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 102,513 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 82,847 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 82,847 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 66,887 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 47,853 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 36,894 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 36,893 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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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1983 CP is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,395cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 44,034 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 1983 CP, 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 9 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of 1983 CP?

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What year was 1983 CP registered?

1983 CP is a 2017 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 October 2017.

Is 1983 CP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1983 CP 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.

Does 1983 CP have outstanding finance?

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