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N256 DMK

1996 Volkswagen Gol

Blue Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,950 mi
Last recorded139,950 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2008
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Gol93,339 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN256 DMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2008 139,950 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 139,936 miles

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 123,738 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 114,799 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Gol?

Based on 2,452 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
6,464
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Registration plate lamp not working 136
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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N256 DMK is a 1996 Volkswagen Gol in Blue with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 93,339 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Gol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N256 DMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Gol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N256 DMK registered?

N256 DMK is a 1996 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N256 DMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N256 DMK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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