MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
100,257 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
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ABV 438V is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in Brown with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1980 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 81,830 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 ABV 438V, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of ABV 438V?
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What year was ABV 438V registered?
ABV 438V is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 June 1980.
Is ABV 438V safe to buy?
The MOT history for ABV 438V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ABV 438V have outstanding finance?
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