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WCU 841Y

1982 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

170,546 mi
Last recorded170,546 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Golf109,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCU 841Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 170,546 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 170,534 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

leak from gear box

Fail 9 Feb 2024 170,326 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

leak from gear box

Fail 18 Dec 2023 170,504 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested All wheels excessive brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Leaking from sump seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Driver's seat insecure Bolt missing (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipe chafing Chaffing on steering rack (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2023 170,493 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt installation anchorage insecure (10.1 (d))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Fuel hose chafing on steering rack (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported near drive shaft (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported around fuel tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 170,235 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2014 170,187 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 170,187 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 176,187 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 176,187 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 119,947 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 119,947 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 118,242 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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WCU 841Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WCU 841Y, 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.

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What year was WCU 841Y registered?

WCU 841Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1982.

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