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A106 VUU

1983 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,498 mi
Last recorded94,498 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA106 VUU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 94,498 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 92,388 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 92,340 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 92,335 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 89,813 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 89,274 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 89,273 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 87,415 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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A106 VUU is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A106 VUU, 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 A106 VUU?

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What year was A106 VUU registered?

A106 VUU is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A106 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A106 VUU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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