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HOK 236W

1980 Volkswagen Golf

Beige Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

62,246 mi
Last recorded62,246 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Volkswagen Golf81,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOK 236W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2020 62,246 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 62,245 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 62,245 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill area corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner/wheel arch sill area corrosion 30 cm of rear axle mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill area corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under bonnet corrosion 30 cm of top strut mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel slight binding

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front slam panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 62,138 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 62,130 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 57,435 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 57,423 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 53,033 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 53,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Jan 2006 44,312 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

rear wiper blade worn

Pass 20 Jan 2006 44,312 miles

rear wiper blade worn

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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HOK 236W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf in Beige with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HOK 236W, 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.

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What year was HOK 236W registered?

HOK 236W is a 1980 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 November 1980.

Is HOK 236W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOK 236W shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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