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SFX 504R

1977 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,365 mi
Last recorded127,365 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1977 Volkswagen Golf50,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFX 504R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 18 May 2009 127,365 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 57,174 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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SFX 504R is a 1977 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 50,202 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 SFX 504R, 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 49 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 SFX 504R?

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What year was SFX 504R registered?

SFX 504R is a 1977 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 April 1977.

Is SFX 504R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFX 504R shows 2 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 SFX 504R have outstanding finance?

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