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A148 JLU

1984 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,860 mi
Last recorded81,860 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2009
Typical for 1984 Volkswagen Golf105,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA148 JLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2009 81,860 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 81,850 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 81,850 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 81,808 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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A148 JLU is a 1984 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A148 JLU, 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.

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What year was A148 JLU registered?

A148 JLU is a 1984 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 April 1984.

Is A148 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A148 JLU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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