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A9 MSV

1989 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

128,539 mi
Last recorded128,539 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2006
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Golf118,935 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 MSV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2006 128,539 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 128,538 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

light corrosion forming on bulkhead

n/s/r door handle sticky

poss weap from n/s/f rack boot(or poss. oil drip from engine?)

rear axel bushes perrished

rear brake pipes and hoses corroding

slight fray on o/s/f belt

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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A9 MSV is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A9 MSV, 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 A9 MSV registered?

A9 MSV is a 1989 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is A9 MSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 MSV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A9 MSV have outstanding finance?

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