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SEL 907X

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,999 mi
Last recorded89,999 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEL 907X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 89,999 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 89,999 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 9 Apr 2016 89,999 miles

OS front to rear to flexi brake pipe corroded

OSF brake pipe corroded

both rear brake pipes corroded

chip in windscreen

minor exhaust blow

oil leak

Fail 31 Mar 2016 89,999 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside inner sill (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Offside inner sill (5.2.6)

minor exhaust blow

oil leak

OS front to rear to flexi brake pipe corroded

OSF brake pipe corroded

both rear brake pipes corroded

chip in windscreen

Pass 8 Apr 2015 89,999 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 89,999 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 89,999 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 89,999 miles

n/s/f sill damaged

o/s/f sill damaged

Pass 9 Nov 2011 89,999 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 89,999 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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SEL 907X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SEL 907X, 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 SEL 907X registered?

SEL 907X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is SEL 907X safe to buy?

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