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B130 XHV

1985 Volkswagen Golf

Brown Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,404 mi
Last recorded22,404 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Golf98,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB130 XHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1985
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2008 22,404 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 13,223 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 8,738 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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B130 XHV is a 1985 Volkswagen Golf in Brown with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 B130 XHV, 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 B130 XHV?

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What year was B130 XHV registered?

B130 XHV is a 1985 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 February 1985.

Is B130 XHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B130 XHV shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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