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HFG 641T

1979 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,616 mi
Last recorded76,616 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Golf76,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFG 641T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 76,616 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 76,513 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 76,513 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 76,370 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 76,123 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 75,984 miles

slight brake bind nearside front

Pass 14 Apr 2014 75,862 miles

slight brake bind nearside front

Pass 26 Apr 2013 75,306 miles

slight binding nearside front brake

Pass 13 Apr 2012 74,786 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 74,329 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 73,962 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 73,531 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 73,528 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 73,148 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 72,751 miles

nearside front wheel binding slightly

Pass 11 Apr 2006 72,330 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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HFG 641T is a 1979 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HFG 641T, 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 HFG 641T?

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What year was HFG 641T registered?

HFG 641T is a 1979 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 January 1979.

Is HFG 641T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFG 641T shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFG 641T have outstanding finance?

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