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R105 NRC

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,088 mi
Last recorded96,088 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR105 NRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2008 96,088 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 84,087 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 72,682 miles

slight wear front discs and pads

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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R105 NRC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R105 NRC, 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 R105 NRC?

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What year was R105 NRC registered?

R105 NRC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 10 July 1998.

Is R105 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R105 NRC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R105 NRC have outstanding finance?

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