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A18 HMH

1990 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,156 mi
Last recorded89,156 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Golf121,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 HMH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 89,156 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2022 88,415 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 87,379 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2020 86,441 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 85,131 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2018 83,629 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 81,885 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 79,875 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 77,650 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 75,287 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 73,421 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 73,413 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 72,115 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 70,760 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 69,360 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 67,186 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 67,182 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 65,259 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 63,564 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 61,954 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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A18 HMH is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 121,310 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 A18 HMH, 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 36 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A18 HMH registered?

A18 HMH is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 March 1990.

Is A18 HMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 HMH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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