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A13 GLE

1988 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

265,710 mi
Last recorded265,710 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Golf118,644 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 GLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 265,710 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 265,685 miles

Battery loose

Passenger seat loose

Underside of vehicle rusty in places

Fail 11 May 2012 265,685 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery loose

Passenger seat loose

Underside of vehicle rusty in places

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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A13 GLE is a 1988 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 118,644 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 A13 GLE, 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 38 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 A13 GLE registered?

A13 GLE is a 1988 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is A13 GLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 GLE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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