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A18 PLL

1994 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

135,120 mi
Last recorded135,120 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2008
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Golf107,345 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 PLL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2008 135,120 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 128,369 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 115,099 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 115,092 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F track rod end gaitar split

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake discs close to limits

Pass 6 May 2005 114,428 miles

offside + nearside front tyre treads worn on inner edges †offside track rod end gaiter split †power steering pump evidence of fluid leak

Fail 5 May 2005 114,428 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

offside + nearside front tyre treads worn on inner edges †offside track rod end gaiter split †power steering pump evidence of fluid leak

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 PLL is a 1994 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 107,345 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 PLL, 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 32 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 PLL registered?

A18 PLL is a 1994 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 April 1994.

Is A18 PLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 PLL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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