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SWK 937W

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,025 mi
Last recorded115,025 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWK 937W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 115,025 miles
Fail 11 May 2021

Brake performance not tested due to possibly running out of fuel (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested due to possibly running out of fuel (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired plate to inner sill not welded along top(not continuous seam weld) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre floor in 2 places under seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front floors/inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake master cylinder leaking at back of cylinder onto servo (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder leaking switch in master cylinder (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside centre inner sill(not in prescribed area).

reverse lamps staying on but unable to find a suitable rfr to fail this

Pass 5 Sep 2007 115,025 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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SWK 937W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SWK 937W, 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.

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What year was SWK 937W registered?

SWK 937W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 May 1981.

Is SWK 937W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWK 937W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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