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P82 DEF

1996 Volkswagen Gol

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,207 mi
Last recorded115,207 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Gol93,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP82 DEF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2008 115,207 miles

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Offside & nearside front tyres on legal limit

Rear seat folded down not allowing full inspection of adult seat belts

Pass 30 Jul 2007 102,274 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 94,043 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2005 86,662 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2005 86,662 miles

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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P82 DEF is a 1996 Volkswagen Gol in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P82 DEF, 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

How do I check the history of P82 DEF?

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What year was P82 DEF registered?

P82 DEF is a 1996 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P82 DEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P82 DEF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P82 DEF have outstanding finance?

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