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F170 DRP

1989 Volkswagen Gol

White Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,914 mi
Last recorded53,914 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Gol105,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF170 DRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2008 53,914 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/R and N/S/R tyres perishing

Pass 6 Aug 2007 48,737 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 44,407 miles

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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F170 DRP is a 1989 Volkswagen Gol in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F170 DRP, 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

How do I check the history of F170 DRP?

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What year was F170 DRP registered?

F170 DRP is a 1989 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 21 July 1989.

Is F170 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F170 DRP shows 3 tests 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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