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A124 HEC

1983 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,303 mi
Last recorded135,303 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA124 HEC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2012 135,303 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 130,704 miles

n/s rear tyre near to limit

o/s rear tyre near to limit

Pass 5 May 2006 127,262 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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A124 HEC is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A124 HEC, 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 A124 HEC?

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What year was A124 HEC registered?

A124 HEC is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A124 HEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A124 HEC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A124 HEC have outstanding finance?

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