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LRN 431X

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,971 mi
Last recorded91,971 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLRN 431X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 91,971 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2020 91,971 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills corroded at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Vehicle Identification Number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 91,573 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Sill end (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Small hole (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn Lower colum bush worn (2.1.2c)

Stretched tyres fitted

Fail 24 Mar 2017 91,563 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front drive shaft damaged Inner joint loose (2.5.C.2a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid level low

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Sill end (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Small hole (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn Lower colum bush worn (2.1.2c)

Stretched tyres fitted

Pass 18 Jul 2015 91,169 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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LRN 431X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LRN 431X, 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 LRN 431X registered?

LRN 431X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is LRN 431X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LRN 431X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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