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P433 KKL

1997 Volkswagen Gol

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

80,119 mi
Last recorded80,119 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Gol94,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP433 KKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2023 80,119 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Main Pipes Rusty (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 80,117 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged From Load Valve To flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded From Load Valve To Flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Main Pipes Rusty (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 76,969 miles

Slight corrosion to both rear brake pipes

minor leak from centre of exhaust

Fail 10 Jun 2022 76,954 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Slight corrosion to both rear brake pipes

minor leak from centre of exhaust

Pass 25 Mar 2008 57,260 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 51,427 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 46,663 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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P433 KKL is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 94,874 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 P433 KKL, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P433 KKL is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P433 KKL safe to buy?

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