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A16 FGB

1997 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,965 mi
Last recorded62,965 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Golf103,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 FGB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2015 62,965 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 62,965 miles

Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion jacking point (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion jacking point (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both D bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 56,574 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2012 52,851 miles

Oil leak

centre exhaust section corroded

nearside rear tyre perishing

Pass 1 Sep 2011 50,810 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 48,939 miles

stick on reflectors are fitted

Pass 17 Jan 2009 48,158 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 48,154 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 44,784 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

stick on rear reflectors fitted removed as soon as the vehicle was outside.

Pass 13 Jan 2007 41,649 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 37,535 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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A16 FGB is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 103,231 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 A16 FGB, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A16 FGB registered?

A16 FGB is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is A16 FGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 FGB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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