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L488 CCU

1994 Volkswagen Gol

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,998 mi
Last recorded103,998 miles
Recorded on30 May 2008
Typical for 1994 Volkswagen Gol112,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL488 CCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2008 103,998 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside b pillar + door edge damaged

offside outer sill damaged at lower edge

slight play at top of steering col

Fail 21 May 2008 103,981 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

offside b pillar + door edge damaged

offside outer sill damaged at lower edge

slight play at top of steering col

Pass 22 Jun 2006 97,562 miles

play in steering column top bush

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Gol?

Based on 2,452 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
6,464
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Registration plate lamp not working 136
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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L488 CCU is a 1994 Volkswagen Gol in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.5% with a typical mileage of 112,669 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Gol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L488 CCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Gol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 32 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L488 CCU registered?

L488 CCU is a 1994 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 30 June 1994.

Is L488 CCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L488 CCU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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