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BAB 92W

1980 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2014
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,159 mi
Last recorded141,159 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2013
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Golf81,830 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAB 92W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2013 141,159 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 140,753 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 140,618 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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BAB 92W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 81,830 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 BAB 92W, 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 46 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 BAB 92W registered?

BAB 92W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 December 1980.

Is BAB 92W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAB 92W 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.

Does BAB 92W have outstanding finance?

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