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YVF 881X

1982 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,270 mi
Last recorded122,270 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Golf109,087 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVF 881X
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 122,270 miles

Offside Rear body corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2017 120,797 miles

Offside Rear Body has corrosion but not within 30cm of a mounting point.

Fail 16 Aug 2017 120,783 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 111,739 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Slight damage to sump

Pass 2 Jun 2009 115,391 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Mar 2008 112,757 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

replacement fuel tank in boot of temp type !!!!

Pass 3 Mar 2008 112,757 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

replacement fuel tank in boot of temp type !!!!

Pass 24 Mar 2006 112,623 miles

off side front inner wheel arch slightly corroded

rear wheel bearings slight play

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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YVF 881X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YVF 881X, 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 YVF 881X registered?

YVF 881X is a 1982 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 May 1982.

Is YVF 881X safe to buy?

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