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A138 BWV

1983 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

206,227 mi
Last recorded206,227 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA138 BWV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 206,227 miles

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 206,039 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 202,827 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 197,231 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 194,237 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 190,271 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play rackj end (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 185,194 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 179,573 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 179,573 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 176,313 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 176,313 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 164,138 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 164,790 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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A138 BWV is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A138 BWV, 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 A138 BWV registered?

A138 BWV is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 October 1983.

Is A138 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A138 BWV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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