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A113 GBG

1983 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

170,355 mi
Last recorded170,355 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA113 GBG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 170,355 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 170,349 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 170,346 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 170,169 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 170,169 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 169,935 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 169,935 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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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A113 GBG is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A113 GBG, 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

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What year was A113 GBG registered?

A113 GBG is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A113 GBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A113 GBG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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