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MRU 304W

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,416 mi
Last recorded85,416 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2006
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRU 304W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2006 85,416 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear brake hoses,ferrule ends corroded

brake pedal rubber worn

fuel filler cap seal perished

offside outer parking brake cables corroded

Fail 18 Jul 2006 85,416 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear brake hoses,ferrule ends starting to corrode

brake pedal rubber worn

fuel filler cap seal perished

offside outer parking brake cable corroded

rear fuel hose ,ferrule end corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2005 81,060 miles

Both rear brake hoses poor condition and ferrules rusting.

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel cap rubber sealin g ring perished.

Fuel pipe union under vehicle rusting.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside steering rack mounting flexing as steering turned.

Fail 14 Jul 2005 81,060 miles

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

Both rear brake hoses poor condition and steel ferrules rusting.

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel cap rubber sealing ring perished.

Fuel pipe union under vehicle rusting.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside steering rack mounting flexing as steering turned.

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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MRU 304W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MRU 304W, 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 MRU 304W?

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What year was MRU 304W registered?

MRU 304W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 February 1981.

Is MRU 304W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MRU 304W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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