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UBJ 947X

1981 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,794 mi
Last recorded53,794 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Volkswagen Golf91,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBJ 947X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2025 53,794 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 53,667 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 53,340 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 52,517 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 52,013 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 51,235 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 50,931 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 49,041 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 45,306 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 38,802 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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UBJ 947X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 UBJ 947X, 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 UBJ 947X registered?

UBJ 947X is a 1981 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 11 September 1981.

Is UBJ 947X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBJ 947X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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