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A7 ETJ

1989 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Golf118,935 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 ETJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2015

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 3 Dec 2013 166,269 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

nearside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 28 Dec 2012 161,147 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 157,263 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 153,989 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 149,391 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 144,387 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 138,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 137,068 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 133,480 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 133,480 miles

Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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A7 ETJ is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 A7 ETJ, 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.

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What year was A7 ETJ registered?

A7 ETJ is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 November 1989.

Is A7 ETJ safe to buy?

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