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B124 NJC

1985 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,381 mi
Last recorded19,381 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2005
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Golf98,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB124 NJC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2005 19,381 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 19,293 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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B124 NJC is a 1985 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 98,794 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 B124 NJC, 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 41 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 B124 NJC?

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What year was B124 NJC registered?

B124 NJC is a 1985 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B124 NJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B124 NJC 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 B124 NJC have outstanding finance?

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