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N697 GRL

1995 Volkswagen Gol

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,779 mi
Last recorded120,779 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2008
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Gol99,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN697 GRL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2008 120,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 120,779 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 112,495 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 107,499 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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N697 GRL is a 1995 Volkswagen Gol in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 99,569 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 N697 GRL, 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 31 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N697 GRL registered?

N697 GRL is a 1995 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 6 September 1995.

Is N697 GRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N697 GRL 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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