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4 HRP

1997 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,182 mi
Last recorded116,182 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Golf103,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4 HRP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2025 116,182 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 114,724 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 114,111 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 113,418 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 112,986 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 112,518 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 111,664 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 110,176 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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4 HRP is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 3,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 103,231 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 4 HRP, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 4 HRP?

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What year was 4 HRP registered?

4 HRP is a 1997 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is 4 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4 HRP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 4 HRP have outstanding finance?

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