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A11 HVW

1989 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1763cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,399 mi
Last recorded61,399 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2014
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Golf118,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 HVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,763cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2014 61,399 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 61,309 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 60,617 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 60,016 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 59,582 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2008 58,036 miles

N/S/F outer cv gater perished but not split

O/S/F chassis leg has surface rust

O/S/F outer cv gator perished but not split

engine oil sump rusty but not leaking

oil weeping out of gearbox

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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A11 HVW is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,763cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 118,935 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 A11 HVW, 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 37 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A11 HVW registered?

A11 HVW is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A11 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 HVW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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