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PDG 889W

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,203 mi
Last recorded72,203 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2010
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDG 889W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2010 72,203 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 68,992 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 65,452 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 65,452 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 62,938 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 58,698 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 58,698 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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PDG 889W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1981 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 91,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PDG 889W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 45 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PDG 889W registered?

PDG 889W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 February 1981.

Is PDG 889W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDG 889W shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PDG 889W have outstanding finance?

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