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A173 OBK

1983 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1983 Volkswagen Golf125,133 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA173 OBK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,780cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021

Front Inner sills corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle under sealed, unable to fully inspect

Pass 10 Nov 2018 3,539 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 3,032 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 3,007 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Vehicle has had suspension modified and has vertical play when wheels hanging free. For the same reason the steering rack arms to track rod ends are at an angel causing slight knocking when steering is rocked

Pass 1 Aug 2016 2,775 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 2,043 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 2,043 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 4 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 155,602 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 147,635 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 147,631 miles

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 140,922 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 136,262 miles

slight play front and rear wheel bearings

slight play in steering column top bush

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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A173 OBK is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 A173 OBK, 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 A173 OBK registered?

A173 OBK is a 1983 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A173 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A173 OBK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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