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A3 XAN

1999 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

118,763 mi
Last recorded118,763 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2017
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Golf99,378 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 XAN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2017 118,763 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 116,624 miles

Exhaust clamps are corroded

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake binding

Pass 8 Jul 2015 114,198 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 110,660 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 110,660 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 107,184 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 102,276 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 97,487 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 93,008 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 87,785 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 82,327 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 76,586 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 69,080 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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A3 XAN is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 99,378 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 A3 XAN, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A3 XAN?

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What year was A3 XAN registered?

A3 XAN is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 November 1999.

Is A3 XAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 XAN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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