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XLO 79X

1982 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1577cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,915 mi
Last recorded173,915 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Golf109,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLO 79X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,577cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2026 173,915 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 173,901 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 173,712 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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XLO 79X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,577cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XLO 79X, 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

How do I check the history of XLO 79X?

You can check the full history of XLO 79X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XLO 79X registered?

XLO 79X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is XLO 79X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLO 79X 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 XLO 79X have outstanding finance?

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