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GHJ 809T

1979 Volkswagen Golf

Brown Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,170 mi
Last recorded40,170 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Golf76,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHJ 809T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1979
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 40,170 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 39,345 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 38,725 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 37,686 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 23,678 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 23,324 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 17 Jun 2010 23,322 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2009 22,806 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 22,192 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 21,454 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 20,521 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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GHJ 809T is a 1979 Volkswagen Golf in Brown with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 76,094 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 GHJ 809T, 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 47 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 GHJ 809T?

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What year was GHJ 809T registered?

GHJ 809T is a 1979 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 14 June 1979.

Is GHJ 809T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHJ 809T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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