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A120 TYX

1984 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,835 mi
Last recorded175,835 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2008
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Golf105,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA120 TYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2008 175,835 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 175,835 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) retaining device missing (3.1.4b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2006 175,717 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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A120 TYX is a 1984 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 105,626 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 A120 TYX, 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 42 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 A120 TYX?

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What year was A120 TYX registered?

A120 TYX is a 1984 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A120 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A120 TYX 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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