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B16 VWM

1990 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,273 mi
Last recorded163,273 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2006
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Golf121,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 VWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2006 163,273 miles

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside sill corroded and holed but not in perscribed area

offside inner c.v. boot split

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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B16 VWM is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 121,310 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 B16 VWM, 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 36 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 B16 VWM registered?

B16 VWM is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is B16 VWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B16 VWM 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 B16 VWM have outstanding finance?

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