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A11 OJP

1990 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

147,696 mi
Last recorded147,696 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Golf121,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 OJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 147,696 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 147,927 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 147,927 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 147,811 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 147,581 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 146,402 miles

fuel tank support straps corroding

Pass 27 Jan 2015 144,565 miles

both rear brake lights faded,poor condition

Pass 13 May 2014 143,198 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 141,129 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 May 2013 141,129 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 135,313 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 135,310 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 128,029 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 123,436 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 117,598 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 115,960 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 114,151 miles

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

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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A11 OJP is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 121,310 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 A11 OJP, 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 36 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 A11 OJP registered?

A11 OJP is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 August 1990.

Is A11 OJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 OJP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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