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A6 VRG

1990 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

145,171 mi
Last recorded145,171 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Golf121,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 VRG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1990
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 145,171 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 145,047 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 144,848 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 143,904 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 143,220 miles

Central Rear seats and belts not fitted in the rear

Fail 16 Apr 2022 143,220 miles

Central Rear seats and belts not fitted in the rear

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 141,300 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 139,065 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 136,469 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 135,543 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 130,933 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 127,887 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 126,101 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 124,598 miles

battery charge light illuminated

small stone chip in n/s of windscreen

Pass 5 Mar 2012 122,225 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 121,112 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 120,219 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 118,447 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 115,145 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 104,664 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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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A6 VRG is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A6 VRG, 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 A6 VRG registered?

A6 VRG is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 February 1990.

Is A6 VRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 VRG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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