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G738 PGY

1989 Volkswagen Unknown

White Petrol 1915cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

181,270 mi
Last recorded181,270 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Unknown132,497 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG738 PGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUnknown
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,915cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 181,270 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 180,827 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 180,827 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Unknown?

Based on 11,543 MOT tests across 2,777 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,793
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
2,777
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 74
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 72
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G738 PGY is a 1989 Volkswagen Unknown in White with a 1,915cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 132,497 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 Unknown fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 74 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G738 PGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Unknown is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G738 PGY?

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What year was G738 PGY registered?

G738 PGY is a 1989 Volkswagen Unknown, first registered on 8 October 1989.

Is G738 PGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G738 PGY 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 G738 PGY have outstanding finance?

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