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ALZ 3814

1997 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,999 mi
Last recorded91,999 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Golf103,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 3814
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2007 91,999 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 80,253 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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ALZ 3814 is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,896cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 103,231 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 ALZ 3814, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALZ 3814?

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What year was ALZ 3814 registered?

ALZ 3814 is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is ALZ 3814 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 3814 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 ALZ 3814 have outstanding finance?

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