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274X590

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

123,843 mi
Last recorded123,843 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration274X590
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 123,843 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 105,867 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 98,786 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 88,433 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Oil leak

front discs worn/pitted

Pass 18 Mar 2010 79,571 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 79,571 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 69,229 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 62,631 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 37,790 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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274X590 is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 86,582 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 274X590, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 274X590 registered?

274X590 is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is 274X590 safe to buy?

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