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XMM 75T

1978 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

87,172 mi
Last recorded87,172 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2016
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Golf59,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMM 75T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,460cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2016 87,172 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 87,172 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 87,172 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 87,171 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2012 87,170 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Sep 2011 87,170 miles

rust in doors

Pass 13 Sep 2010 87,169 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 87,168 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 87,167 miles

slight rust in o/s front door

Pass 15 Jun 2007 87,162 miles

slight rust in o/s front wing door and rear wheel arch

Pass 22 Jun 2006 87,155 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2006 87,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

off side front and rear door panels rusted

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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XMM 75T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1978 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 59,594 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 XMM 75T, 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 48 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 XMM 75T?

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What year was XMM 75T registered?

XMM 75T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is XMM 75T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMM 75T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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