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P636 MSD

1997 Volkswagen Gol

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,709 mi
Last recorded69,709 miles
Recorded on12 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Gol94,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP636 MSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2008 69,709 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 67,336 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 67,320 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2006 65,295 miles

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

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

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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P636 MSD is a 1997 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 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 P636 MSD, 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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What year was P636 MSD registered?

P636 MSD is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P636 MSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P636 MSD 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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