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3 HRP

1983 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

144,254 mi
Last recorded144,254 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3 HRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 144,254 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 143,203 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 142,470 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 141,666 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 141,388 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 141,321 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 141,317 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 141,305 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 141,214 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 140,361 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 140,326 miles

nearside front floor corroded

Fail 3 Oct 2014 140,325 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

nearside front floor corroded

Pass 26 Sep 2013 139,491 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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3 HRP is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1983 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 125,133 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 3 HRP, 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 43 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 3 HRP?

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What year was 3 HRP registered?

3 HRP is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 September 1983.

Is 3 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3 HRP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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