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A17 VWT

1987 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

111,404 mi
Last recorded111,404 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 1987 Volkswagen Golf117,027 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 VWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 111,404 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 111,116 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 107,302 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 7 Aug 2019 107,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 31 Jul 2018 101,365 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill edge corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill edge corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front seat appears unstable-unable to assess framework due to carpet covering

Fail 31 Jul 2018 101,365 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill edge corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sill edge corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose slightly damaged ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front seat appears unstable-unable to assess framework due to carpet covering

Pass 22 Aug 2017 99,076 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 97,597 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 94,502 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 94,253 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 89,449 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 89,445 miles

n/s front seat not fitted when represented

Fail 24 Dec 2009 89,445 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2007 74,644 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 74,637 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 66,728 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 66,728 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2005 114,313 miles

no lights 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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A17 VWT is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1987 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 117,027 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 A17 VWT, 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 39 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A17 VWT registered?

A17 VWT is a 1987 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is A17 VWT safe to buy?

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