MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
152,943 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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
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
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
off side front innerwing repaired and covered in underseal
underside covered in underseal
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Oil leak
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
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
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
n/s/f + o/s/f brakes slightly binding
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of LMD 558W?
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What year was LMD 558W registered?
LMD 558W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 March 1981.
Is LMD 558W safe to buy?
The MOT history for LMD 558W shows 12 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.
Does LMD 558W have outstanding finance?
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