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A15 FVR

1996 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,547 mi
Last recorded68,547 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Golf106,352 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 FVR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2020 68,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under the vehicle painted with underseal

Fail 24 Nov 2020 68,547 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under the vehicle painted with underseal

Pass 12 Nov 2019 68,264 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 67,152 miles

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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A15 FVR is a 1996 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 106,352 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 A15 FVR, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A15 FVR?

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What year was A15 FVR registered?

A15 FVR is a 1996 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is A15 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 FVR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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