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K837 SAB

1971 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,825 mi
Last recorded106,825 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2009
Typical for 1971 Volkswagen Golf121,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK837 SAB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2009 106,825 miles

REAR BRAKE DISCS STARTING TO CORRODE.

Pass 11 Jan 2008 151,707 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 194,374 miles

BOTH OUTER SILLS AT FRONT ARE CORRODING.

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 184,518 miles

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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K837 SAB is a 1971 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 121,621 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 K837 SAB, 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 55 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K837 SAB?

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What year was K837 SAB registered?

K837 SAB is a 1971 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is K837 SAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K837 SAB shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K837 SAB have outstanding finance?

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