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AAE 618J

1970 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1285cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

15,453 mi
Last recorded15,453 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAE 618J
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,285cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2015 15,453 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 12,447 miles

boot does not shut

vehicle highly modifyed test as a beetle but has a golf body

Fail 26 Jun 2013 12,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)

boot does not shut

vehicle highly modifyed test as a beetle but has a golf body

Pass 14 Jun 2006 36,789 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 May 2006 36,737 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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AAE 618J is a 1970 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,285cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AAE 618J, 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 56 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 AAE 618J registered?

AAE 618J is a 1970 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 November 1970.

Is AAE 618J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAE 618J shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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