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EEL 240T

1980 Volkswagen Golf

Maroon Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

170,265 mi
Last recorded170,265 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Golf81,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEEL 240T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 170,265 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 170,189 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 165,189 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 160,920 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 157,967 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 153,789 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 150,685 miles

4 way seat harness fitted

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 5 Aug 2014 150,685 miles

4 way seat harness fitted

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Standard fitment seat belt missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 5 Aug 2013 147,274 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 144,086 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 142,630 miles

non standard seatbelts fitted

vehicle has been extensively modified

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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EEL 240T is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in Maroon with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EEL 240T, 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.

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What year was EEL 240T registered?

EEL 240T is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 October 1980.

Is EEL 240T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EEL 240T shows 11 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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