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HUP 678T

1978 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,490 mi
Last recorded81,490 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Golf59,594 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUP 678T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 81,490 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 81,304 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 May 2014 81,304 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 81,222 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 81,218 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 81,217 miles

Centre Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 68,754 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 67,110 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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HUP 678T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 59,594 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 HUP 678T, 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 48 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 HUP 678T?

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What year was HUP 678T registered?

HUP 678T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is HUP 678T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUP 678T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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