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B25 LRG

1990 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

198,392 mi
Last recorded198,392 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1990 Volkswagen Golf121,310 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB25 LRG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 198,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 21 Feb 2025 192,345 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 186,253 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 178,184 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 171,373 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 171,193 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 170,447 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 169,585 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 166,679 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 163,245 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 160,627 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 157,337 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 153,019 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 149,634 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 144,529 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 144,529 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 26 May 2010 139,577 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 134,078 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 134,078 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 128,964 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 123,223 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 116,669 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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B25 LRG is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B25 LRG, 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 B25 LRG registered?

B25 LRG is a 1990 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is B25 LRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B25 LRG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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