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DGD 11X

1981 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,086 mi
Last recorded148,086 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2009
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGD 11X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2009 148,086 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 148,082 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2008 145,459 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2008 145,427 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2006 145,232 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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DGD 11X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 91,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DGD 11X, 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 45 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 DGD 11X registered?

DGD 11X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 October 1981.

Is DGD 11X safe to buy?

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