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KAO 205V

1979 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,189 mi
Last recorded73,189 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2009
Typical for 1979 Volkswagen Golf76,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 205V
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1979
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2009 73,189 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 71,299 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 68,224 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 65,923 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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KAO 205V is a 1979 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 KAO 205V, 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 KAO 205V?

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What year was KAO 205V registered?

KAO 205V is a 1979 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 August 1979.

Is KAO 205V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 205V shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KAO 205V have outstanding finance?

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