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A20 VUK

1988 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,262 mi
Last recorded84,262 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Golf118,644 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 VUK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 84,262 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 83,767 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 83,524 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 83,482 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 83,695 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 83,455 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 82,911 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 82,389 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 81,357 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 78,817 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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A20 VUK is a 1988 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 118,644 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 A20 VUK, 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 38 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 A20 VUK?

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What year was A20 VUK registered?

A20 VUK is a 1988 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 September 1988.

Is A20 VUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 VUK shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A20 VUK have outstanding finance?

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