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WPD 493Y

1982 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

44,975 mi
Last recorded44,975 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Golf109,087 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWPD 493Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 44,975 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 42,059 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 41,668 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 41,085 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 40,549 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 39,891 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 39,787 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 38,597 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 37,540 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 36,333 miles

vehicle is in spotless condition

Pass 6 Nov 2008 36,226 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2008 36,195 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

o/s/f tyre pressure down.

Pass 18 May 2007 32,508 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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WPD 493Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,093cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WPD 493Y, 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 WPD 493Y registered?

WPD 493Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is WPD 493Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WPD 493Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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