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TAD 211W

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

119,591 mi
Last recorded119,591 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAD 211W
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 119,591 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 119,328 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 119,328 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 119,278 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 119,258 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 118,992 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 118,688 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 118,140 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 117,439 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 115,494 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 112,844 miles

battery insecure

Pass 1 Aug 2011 112,354 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 112,354 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 109,486 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 109,486 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 109,492 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 109,492 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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TAD 211W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 TAD 211W, 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 TAD 211W registered?

TAD 211W is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 January 1981.

Is TAD 211W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAD 211W shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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