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KWS 701P

1976 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,452 mi
Last recorded99,452 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Golf55,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWS 701P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2016 99,452 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 98,973 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 98,920 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 98,467 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 97,382 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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KWS 701P is a 1976 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 55,720 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 KWS 701P, 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 50 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 KWS 701P?

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What year was KWS 701P registered?

KWS 701P is a 1976 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 February 1976.

Is KWS 701P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWS 701P shows 5 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 KWS 701P have outstanding finance?

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