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WGT 926R

1976 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,958 mi
Last recorded125,958 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1976 Volkswagen Golf55,720 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGT 926R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2024 125,958 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 284,084 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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WGT 926R is a 1976 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 WGT 926R, 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 WGT 926R?

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What year was WGT 926R registered?

WGT 926R is a 1976 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1976.

Is WGT 926R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGT 926R 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 WGT 926R have outstanding finance?

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