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XYP 136T

1978 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,091 mi
Last recorded154,091 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2008
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Golf59,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYP 136T
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2008 154,091 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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XYP 136T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XYP 136T, 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 XYP 136T?

You can check the full history of XYP 136T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XYP 136T registered?

XYP 136T is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 October 1978.

Is XYP 136T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYP 136T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XYP 136T have outstanding finance?

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