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N22 LJT

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,809 mi
Last recorded119,809 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN22 LJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 119,809 miles

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre scrubbing

Fail 8 Sep 2014 119,808 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre scrubbing

Pass 12 Sep 2013 111,254 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear axle bushes slight play

nsr tyre slight miss shaped

Fail 12 Sep 2013 111,254 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear axle bushes slight play

nsr tyre slight miss shaped

Pass 27 Jul 2012 103,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 95,708 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 86,993 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 79,405 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 72,494 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 68,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 64,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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N22 LJT is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N22 LJT, 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

How do I check the history of N22 LJT?

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What year was N22 LJT registered?

N22 LJT is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is N22 LJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N22 LJT shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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