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C116 JGR

1986 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,839 mi
Last recorded133,839 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2006
Typical for 1986 Volkswagen Golf106,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC116 JGR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2006 133,839 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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C116 JGR is a 1986 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 106,774 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 C116 JGR, 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 40 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 C116 JGR registered?

C116 JGR is a 1986 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 June 1986.

Is C116 JGR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C116 JGR 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.

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