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AGC 469W

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,949 mi
Last recorded48,949 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGC 469W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2010 48,949 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 48,882 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2009 44,475 miles

welding repairs have been carried out to underbody.

Pass 10 Nov 2008 40,904 miles

welding repairs have been carried out to inner wing areas and to underbody/rear inner sill areas.

Fail 10 Nov 2008 40,901 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

welding repairs have been carried out to inner wing areas and to underbody/rear inner sill areas.

Pass 22 Nov 2007 36,828 miles

welding repairs been carried out to rear inner sill and nearside outer sill.

Fail 16 Oct 2007 367,460 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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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AGC 469W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 91,468 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 AGC 469W, 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 45 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 AGC 469W registered?

AGC 469W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 July 1981.

Is AGC 469W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGC 469W shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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