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W872 DUA

2000 Volkswagen Gol

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,626 mi
Last recorded97,626 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW872 DUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2011 97,626 miles

Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

no bonnet stay

Pass 21 Jan 2010 86,239 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

brake warning light on

Pass 27 Jan 2009 73,627 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jan 2008 61,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2007 56,894 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 49,655 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 47,652 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Gol?

Based on 2,452 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
6,464
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Registration plate lamp not working 136
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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W872 DUA is a 2000 Volkswagen Gol in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Gol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W872 DUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Gol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 26 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W872 DUA registered?

W872 DUA is a 2000 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 15 May 2000.

Is W872 DUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W872 DUA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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