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HJX 240W

1980 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

108,294 mi
Last recorded108,294 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Golf81,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJX 240W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 108,294 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 108,175 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 83,836 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 106,996 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2013 107,836 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 108,292 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2010 108,292 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 10,811 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 108,280 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 108,269 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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HJX 240W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1980 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 81,830 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 HJX 240W, 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 46 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HJX 240W registered?

HJX 240W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 December 1980.

Is HJX 240W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJX 240W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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