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G53 HVV

1989 Volkswagen Gol

White Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,018 mi
Last recorded129,018 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2008
Typical for 1989 Volkswagen Gol105,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG53 HVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2008 129,018 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front engine mounting has excess movement

n/s/r door not opening from outside

rear brakes dragging slightly

some play in both steering rack ends

surface rust on brake discs

Fail 14 Aug 2008 129,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front engine mounting has excess movement

n/s/r door not opening from outside

rear brakes dragging slightly

some play in both steering rack ends

surface rust on brake discs

Pass 2 Jul 2007 128,736 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 128,736 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 125,831 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 125,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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G53 HVV is a 1989 Volkswagen Gol in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G53 HVV, 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.

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What year was G53 HVV registered?

G53 HVV is a 1989 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 2 October 1989.

Is G53 HVV safe to buy?

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