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MRA 945P

1976 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

121,503 mi
Last recorded121,503 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Golf55,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRA 945P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 121,503 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undrtrays fitted obscuring testable items.

Fail 16 Jul 2018 121,493 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury door mirror cover sharp edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays fitted obscuring testable items.

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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MRA 945P is a 1976 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MRA 945P, 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 MRA 945P?

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What year was MRA 945P registered?

MRA 945P is a 1976 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is MRA 945P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRA 945P shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MRA 945P have outstanding finance?

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