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R122 VRH

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,195 mi
Last recorded196,195 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR122 VRH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 196,195 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 196,195 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 192,638 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 192,638 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 177,077 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 162,090 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 152,484 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r shock absorber worn

Pass 3 Jul 2013 145,676 miles

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

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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R122 VRH is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R122 VRH, 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 R122 VRH registered?

R122 VRH is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R122 VRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R122 VRH shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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