MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
136,027 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Both rear shocker shrouds insecure
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
N/S Engine mtg deteriorated
N/S/F Tyre sidewall as cut but not down to cord or ply
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
O/S/R Brake disc corroded & worn
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Both rear shocker shrouds insecure
Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
N/S Engine mtg deteriorated
N/S/F Tyre sidewall as cut but not down to cord or ply
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
O/S/R Brake disc corroded & worn
Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
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KCZ 2240 is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 KCZ 2240, 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.
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What year was KCZ 2240 registered?
KCZ 2240 is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 April 1998.
Is KCZ 2240 safe to buy?
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