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386 BVE

1991 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

111,524 mi
Last recorded111,524 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Golf122,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration386 BVE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 111,524 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2026 111,524 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 111,486 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 111,436 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 111,130 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 111,038 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 110,991 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 110,976 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 110,925 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 110,763 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 110,759 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 2 Jun 2016 110,746 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2014 110,524 miles

advise cant see outer sills body kit fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2013 110,161 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

drivers seat rocks slightly

Pass 5 Mar 2013 110,161 miles

drivers seat rocks slightly

Pass 28 Mar 2012 109,870 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 109,692 miles

Centre Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 5 May 2010 109,641 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Centre Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 109,159 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 107,947 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 105,018 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

head light flash inoperative

Pass 7 Apr 2006 96,008 miles

front number plate tempory fitted at time of test

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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386 BVE is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 386 BVE, 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.

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What year was 386 BVE registered?

386 BVE is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is 386 BVE safe to buy?

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