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A19 GGO

1989 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

151,330 mi
Last recorded151,330 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Golf118,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 GGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 151,330 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 150,968 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 149,903 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 149,827 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 149,451 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 6 Sep 2012 149,429 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside and offside rear wheels slightly buckeld.

Rear seats missing and vehicle is heavily modifield.

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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A19 GGO is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 118,935 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 A19 GGO, 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 37 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 A19 GGO registered?

A19 GGO is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 September 1989.

Is A19 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 GGO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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