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M09T294

1981 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

187,042 mi
Last recorded187,042 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM09T294
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2022 187,042 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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M09T294 is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M09T294, 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.

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What year was M09T294 registered?

M09T294 is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 1981.

Is M09T294 safe to buy?

The MOT history for M09T294 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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