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A49 EBL

2004 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,409 mi
Last recorded71,409 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2008
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Golf86,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA49 EBL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2008 71,409 miles

Both outer sills damaged

COOLANT STAINS AROUND WATER PUMP

Centre silencer damaged

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 71,226 miles

see advisory sheet954906137224

Fail 24 Aug 2007 71,226 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust downpipe corroded

gearbox/engine oil leaks

underside of vehicle corroded

wipers not parking

Pass 14 Jul 2006 69,184 miles

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

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

battery insecure

corrosion and damage to both front outer sills

engine cooling fan not working

non-standard exhaust fitted

oil leak

score mark on windscreen

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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A49 EBL is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 86,582 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 A49 EBL, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A49 EBL registered?

A49 EBL is a 2004 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 October 2004.

Is A49 EBL safe to buy?

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