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LMD 558W

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,943 mi
Last recorded152,943 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMD 558W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 152,943 miles

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under side of car all undersealed

Fail 17 Jun 2019 152,943 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under side of car all undersealed

Pass 7 Jan 2014 152,943 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 152,943 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 152,917 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 149,836 miles

off side front innerwing repaired and covered in underseal

underside covered in underseal

Pass 27 Aug 2009 148,599 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Aug 2009 148,599 miles

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 fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

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

Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2008 146,214 miles

BRADED BRAKE HOSES FITTED ALL ROUND

COIL OVER SHOCKERS / SPRINGS FITTED ALL ROUND

INDICATORS DONT CANCELL

UNDERSIDE / ALL STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKING COMPONANTS ALL SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION / ALL AREAS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Fail 30 Jul 2008 146,214 miles

BRADED BRAKE HOSES FITTED ALL ROUND

COIL OVER SHOCKERS / SPRINGS FITTED ALL ROUND

INDICATORS DONT CANCELL

Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

UNDERSIDE / ALL STEERING / SUSPENSION / BRAKING COMPONANTS ALL SHOWING SIGNS OF SURFACE CORROSION / ALL AREAS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL

Pass 5 Jul 2007 144,060 miles

n/s/f + o/s/f brakes slightly binding

Pass 20 Mar 2006 364 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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LMD 558W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 91,468 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 LMD 558W, 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 45 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMD 558W registered?

LMD 558W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 March 1981.

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