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AKX 440X

1982 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,644 mi
Last recorded15,644 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2005
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Golf109,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKX 440X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2005 15,644 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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AKX 440X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,087 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 AKX 440X, 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 44 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 AKX 440X?

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What year was AKX 440X registered?

AKX 440X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 January 1982.

Is AKX 440X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKX 440X shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AKX 440X have outstanding finance?

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