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AHW 527V

1980 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,359 mi
Last recorded37,359 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Golf81,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHW 527V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2026 37,359 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 34,161 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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AHW 527V is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 AHW 527V, 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 AHW 527V?

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What year was AHW 527V registered?

AHW 527V is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is AHW 527V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHW 527V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AHW 527V have outstanding finance?

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