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B131 XYX

1985 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

76,813 mi
Last recorded76,813 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1985 Volkswagen Golf98,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB131 XYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 76,813 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 76,770 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 76,597 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 76,401 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 76,395 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 75,608 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 74,898 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 74,537 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 74,282 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 73,803 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Apr 2016 73,502 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 73,194 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 73,194 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 72,266 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 71,871 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 71,871 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 70,931 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 69,914 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 69,914 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Fail 17 Mar 2010 68,043 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 68,043 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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B131 XYX is a 1985 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 B131 XYX, 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

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What year was B131 XYX registered?

B131 XYX is a 1985 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B131 XYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B131 XYX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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