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T317 HPP

1999 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,103 mi
Last recorded65,103 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2014
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Golf99,378 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT317 HPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2014 65,103 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 3 Jul 2014 64,369 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 50,412 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 43,745 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 43,711 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 36,620 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 32,609 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,860 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear tyre walls cracked

Pass 1 Jul 2008 27,058 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 23,502 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 20,681 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 20,681 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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T317 HPP is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 99,378 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 T317 HPP, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T317 HPP registered?

T317 HPP is a 1999 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 June 1999.

Is T317 HPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T317 HPP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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