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Y897 FHJ

2000 Volkswagen Gol

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,988 mi
Last recorded93,988 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 FHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2008 93,988 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake disc are corroded & worn slightly & not in full use

Pass 25 Jun 2007 81,245 miles

steel wheel fitted to offside rear

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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Y897 FHJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Gol in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y897 FHJ, 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 Y897 FHJ registered?

Y897 FHJ is a 2000 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y897 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y897 FHJ 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.

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