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FBX 423W

1980 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,164 mi
Last recorded71,164 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2009
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Golf81,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBX 423W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009 71,164 miles

Front off side valance slightly corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2009 71,164 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front off side valance slightly corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2007 71,164 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 71,164 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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FBX 423W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FBX 423W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FBX 423W registered?

FBX 423W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 May 1980.

Is FBX 423W safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBX 423W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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