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WAY 923X

1982 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1457cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

128,787 mi
Last recorded128,787 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Golf109,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAY 923X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,457cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 128,787 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both (2.7.4)

Fail 24 Aug 2015 128,787 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Spring missing (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot both (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 128,787 miles

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

Nearside and offside headlamp washers ineffective

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brakes modified / brake load distribution sensing valve by passed

Suspension all round modified

Pass 1 Aug 2013 128,787 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

VEHICLE MODIFIED

Pass 30 Jul 2012 128,784 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 128,784 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

air filter all loose?

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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WAY 923X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,457cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 109,087 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 WAY 923X, 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 44 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 WAY 923X registered?

WAY 923X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 1982.

Is WAY 923X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAY 923X shows 6 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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