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AKZ 3570

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

71,392 mi
Last recorded71,392 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKZ 3570
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 71,392 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 71,392 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 69,381 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 66,620 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 64,047 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 61,577 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Nov 2012 61,577 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 58,985 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 56,720 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 56,713 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 54,435 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 52,240 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 49,675 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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AKZ 3570 is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 100,017 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 AKZ 3570, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AKZ 3570 registered?

AKZ 3570 is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 July 1998.

Is AKZ 3570 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKZ 3570 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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