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GRU 55N

1974 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,908 mi
Last recorded34,908 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRU 55N
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2008 34,908 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 34,836 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 31,473 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 31,471 miles

Offside Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GRU 55N is a 1974 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GRU 55N, 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 52 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 GRU 55N?

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What year was GRU 55N registered?

GRU 55N is a 1974 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 December 1974.

Is GRU 55N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRU 55N shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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