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YEL 49S

1978 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1093cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,385 mi
Last recorded91,385 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1978 Volkswagen Golf59,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 49S
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,093cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 May 2013 91,385 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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YEL 49S is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,093cc 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 YEL 49S, 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 YEL 49S?

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What year was YEL 49S registered?

YEL 49S is a 1978 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 March 1978.

Is YEL 49S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 49S 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 YEL 49S have outstanding finance?

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