MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
9,252 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
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Top MOT Failure Points
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0307 IS is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 103,231 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 0307 IS, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of 0307 IS?
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What year was 0307 IS registered?
0307 IS is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 July 1997.
Is 0307 IS safe to buy?
The MOT history for 0307 IS 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 0307 IS have outstanding finance?
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