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TNA 690X

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,201 mi
Last recorded47,201 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNA 690X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 May 2014 47,201 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 46,713 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

corrosion rear back panel

hard corrosion rear undersills

Pass 19 Apr 2008 45,763 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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TNA 690X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TNA 690X, 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

How do I check the history of TNA 690X?

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What year was TNA 690X registered?

TNA 690X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is TNA 690X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNA 690X shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TNA 690X have outstanding finance?

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