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A5 LHJ

1997 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,803 mi
Last recorded93,803 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Golf103,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 LHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2014 93,803 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 92,686 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 92,186 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 89,370 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 89,655 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 89,641 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 81,507 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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A5 LHJ is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A5 LHJ, 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 A5 LHJ registered?

A5 LHJ is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is A5 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 LHJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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