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A72 GJT

1994 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,119 mi
Last recorded88,119 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Golf107,345 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA72 GJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2010 88,119 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 83,247 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 77,360 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Apr 2008 77,360 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 73,003 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 67,870 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 67,756 miles

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

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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A72 GJT is a 1994 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 A72 GJT, 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 A72 GJT registered?

A72 GJT is a 1994 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 February 1994.

Is A72 GJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A72 GJT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A72 GJT have outstanding finance?

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