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BVX 10T

1978 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,082 mi
Last recorded84,082 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2017
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Golf59,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVX 10T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2017 84,082 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Wipers smear windscreen slightly

Pass 4 Nov 2016 83,808 miles

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 82,681 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 81,964 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2013 81,489 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 81,329 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 81,229 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 28 May 2010 81,025 miles

Brake pedal travel near limit.

Coolant leak

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 80,919 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside front and nearside rear brakes lightly binding.

water pump leaking coolant.

Pass 26 Jun 2008 80,850 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 80,769 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 80,588 miles

coolant leaking

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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BVX 10T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 59,594 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 BVX 10T, 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 48 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 BVX 10T registered?

BVX 10T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 August 1978.

Is BVX 10T safe to buy?

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