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A129 SCK

1983 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA129 SCK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019

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

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

Fail 1 Feb 2019

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018
Fail 31 Jan 2018

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 111,845 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 111,120 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 110,111 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 109,698 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 107,222 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 26 Mar 2011 107,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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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A129 SCK is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 A129 SCK, 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.

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What year was A129 SCK registered?

A129 SCK is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A129 SCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A129 SCK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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