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P829 FST

1997 Volkswagen Gol

Green Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,246 mi
Last recorded122,246 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Gol94,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 FST
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2008 122,246 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 107,385 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 96,915 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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P829 FST is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol in Green with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P829 FST, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P829 FST registered?

P829 FST is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P829 FST safe to buy?

The MOT history for P829 FST shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P829 FST have outstanding finance?

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