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351 GBJ

1991 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

126,252 mi
Last recorded126,252 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Golf122,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration351 GBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 126,252 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 126,069 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 125,580 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 124,764 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 123,408 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 121,804 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 120,967 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 120,545 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 120,327 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 119,357 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 116,975 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 116,070 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 114,476 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 112,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 109,651 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 106,494 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 106,206 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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351 GBJ is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 122,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 351 GBJ, 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 35 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 351 GBJ registered?

351 GBJ is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 August 1991.

Is 351 GBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 351 GBJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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