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K6 KMP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,407 mi
Last recorded36,407 miles
Recorded on31 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK6 KMP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2014 36,407 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2013 36,393 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 36,251 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 35,996 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 34,476 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2009 34,460 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 May 2008 33,335 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 30,280 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2007 30,280 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 19 May 2006 26,473 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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K6 KMP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 K6 KMP, 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 K6 KMP registered?

K6 KMP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 February 1998.

Is K6 KMP safe to buy?

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