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L936 HVV

1993 Volkswagen Gol

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

156,828 mi
Last recorded156,828 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL936 HVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2010 156,828 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside drive shaft inner joint bolts loose

Fail 9 Apr 2010 156,828 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

offside drive shaft inner joint bolts loose

Pass 6 Jan 2009 153,463 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front tyres on legal limit worn on edges tread not cut as deep

jacking damage to front of outer sills

plastic outer cover sills fitted

slight noise nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 8 Jan 2008 149,256 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Jan 2008 149,256 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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L936 HVV is a 1993 Volkswagen Gol in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L936 HVV, 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 33 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L936 HVV registered?

L936 HVV is a 1993 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 3 September 1993.

Is L936 HVV safe to buy?

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