CarVerify

Free Car Check

APK 674Y

1983 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Green Other 1780cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,038 mi
Last recorded133,038 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPK 674Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf GTI
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,780cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 133,038 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 132,984 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 132,285 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf GTI?

Based on 5,092 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
5,157
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15
Stop lamp not working 7
constant velocity joint gaiter split 6
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5
Headlamp aim too high 5
Full Volkswagen Golf GTI reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

APK 674Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf GTI in Green with a 1,780cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf GTI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APK 674Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf GTI typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 43 years old, this Volkswagen Golf GTI is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APK 674Y?

You can check the full history of APK 674Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was APK 674Y registered?

APK 674Y is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf GTI, first registered on 2 April 1983.

Is APK 674Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APK 674Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does APK 674Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on APK 674Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.