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GGF 786T

1978 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,389 mi
Last recorded28,389 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Golf59,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGF 786T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1978
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 May 2022 28,389 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2021 27,934 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 27,689 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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GGF 786T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 59,594 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 GGF 786T, 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 48 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GGF 786T?

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What year was GGF 786T registered?

GGF 786T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 December 1978.

Is GGF 786T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGF 786T 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.

Does GGF 786T have outstanding finance?

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