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A2 BVW

1993 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,946 mi
Last recorded9,946 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 1993 Volkswagen Golf104,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 BVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 9,946 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 9,946 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 9,930 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 9,911 miles

Nearside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 9,893 miles

All tyres cracked/perished.

Both front, rear wishbone bushes starting to separate.

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

Pass 23 Feb 2016 9,874 miles

All tyres cracked/perished.

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 9,305 miles

Both front lower wishbone bushes starting to seperate.

Pass 13 Mar 2013 8,744 miles

Both front wishbone bushes starting to seperate.

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,144 miles

Offside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 8,123 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 7,676 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 7,651 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 7,249 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

front disc corroded on inner edges

Pass 1 Feb 2007 7,231 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 7,208 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 7,208 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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A2 BVW is a 1993 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1993 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 104,971 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 A2 BVW, 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 33 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 A2 BVW registered?

A2 BVW is a 1993 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 November 1993.

Is A2 BVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 BVW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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