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F159 RHK

1989 Volkswagen Gol

Blue Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

92,107 mi
Last recorded92,107 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2008
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Gol105,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF159 RHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2008 92,107 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside outer sill rusting

Fail 28 Feb 2008 92,107 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside outer sill rusting

Pass 1 Mar 2007 90,458 miles

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Feb 2007 90,454 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2006 90,266 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e) DANGEROUS

Front bumper insecure

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

emissions only just passed regulations

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Gol?

Based on 2,452 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
6,464
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Registration plate lamp not working 136
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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F159 RHK is a 1989 Volkswagen Gol in Blue with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1989 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.8% with a typical mileage of 105,366 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 Gol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F159 RHK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Gol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F159 RHK registered?

F159 RHK is a 1989 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 27 February 1989.

Is F159 RHK safe to buy?

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