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M44 LJG

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,718 mi
Last recorded44,718 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM44 LJG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 44,718 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 44,596 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 44,471 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 44,364 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 44,252 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 44,128 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 44,032 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 43,952 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 43,746 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 43,321 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 42,879 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 41,925 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 41,538 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 40,931 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 40,498 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 39,968 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 39,146 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 37,600 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 37,321 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 37,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 36,858 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 36,344 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 36,009 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 36,009 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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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M44 LJG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M44 LJG, 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 M44 LJG registered?

M44 LJG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is M44 LJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M44 LJG shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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