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A14 URX

1999 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,916 mi
Last recorded83,916 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Golf99,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 URX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2011 83,916 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2011 83,706 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

drivers door mirror damaged

rear brakes noisy

Pass 22 Dec 2010 79,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 73,023 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear lenz brockewn

Pass 14 Jan 2008 136,201 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear axle mounting bushes worn

Pass 21 Nov 2006 130,370 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 130,370 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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A14 URX is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 99,378 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 A14 URX, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 URX registered?

A14 URX is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is A14 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 URX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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