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3826GHM

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,362 mi
Last recorded82,362 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3826GHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 82,362 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 84,145 miles

Headlamp deflectors fitted

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 81,574 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

incorrect front brake pads fitted

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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3826GHM is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 3826GHM, 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 3826GHM registered?

3826GHM is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 April 2004.

Is 3826GHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3826GHM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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