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A18 DUB

1991 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

156,677 mi
Last recorded156,677 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 Volkswagen Golf122,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 DUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 156,677 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 156,669 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 156,479 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 156,396 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 155,945 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 155,465 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 150,438 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 146,396 miles

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

Fail 1 Jul 2009 142,662 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

heavy underseal been used under vehicle

Pass 1 Jul 2009 142,662 miles

heavy underseal been used under vehicle

Pass 2 Jul 2008 137,877 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2008 137,875 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 126,404 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 125,555 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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A18 DUB is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 122,464 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 A18 DUB, 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 35 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 A18 DUB registered?

A18 DUB is a 1991 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is A18 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 DUB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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