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1996 Volkswagen Golf 1.8L Petrol · N281 BWP

N281 BWP

1996 Volkswagen Golf (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19/01/1996. Recorded mileage 23,636 miles. MOT status: Expired.

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 12/12/2022

Tax Status

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Mileage: 23,636 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1996
Engine: 1781cc

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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Mileage History

06/12/202123,635 mi
13/12/202123,636 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 55 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

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Live data last synced with DVSA: 27 Jul 2026, 02:00

MOT Test History Overview

Checking the history for this 1996 Volkswagen Golf (N281 BWP), we found 2 MOT results in the period of December 2021 to December 2021.

With 1 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 50%. The failure history is significant; we recommend a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.

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