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1574GW09

1994 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

294,226 mi
Last recorded294,226 miles
Recorded on6 May 2010
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Golf107,345 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration1574GW09
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2010 294,226 miles

Emissions will have to be re-tested following exhaust repair.

Exhaust repair acceptable type.

Front brake discs corroded, not considered excessive.

Front brake flexible hoses deteriorated, no reinforcing seen.

Front brake pads worn. not properly visible.

Headlamp beams altered with deflectors.

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front tyre deteriorated, no reinforcing seen.

Sill seams corroded, original sill covers still fitted, sills not properly visible.

Fail 28 Apr 2010 294,219 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Emissions will have to be re-tested following exhaust repair.

Front brake discs corroded, not considered excessive.

Front brake flexible hoses deteriorated, no reinforcing seen.

Front brake pads worn. not properly visible.

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front tyre deteriorated, no reinforcing seen.

Offside wiper worn but clearing screen.

Sill seams corroded, original sill covers still fitted, sills not properly visible.

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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1574GW09 is a 1994 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 1994 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 107,345 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 1574GW09, 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 32 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 1574GW09 registered?

1574GW09 is a 1994 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 March 1994.

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