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R132 PNR

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

114,172 mi
Last recorded114,172 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR132 PNR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 114,172 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2018 114,147 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both front drop link bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both strut top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 105,629 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 98,109 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 87,214 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 76,645 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 67,230 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 67,056 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2012 57,924 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 54,653 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 53,169 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 52,221 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 52,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 51,286 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 51,286 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

n/s/r tyre cracking on tread (not deep enough to reach cords)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 50,677 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 50,677 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 49,046 miles

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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R132 PNR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 R132 PNR, 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 R132 PNR registered?

R132 PNR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 19 June 1998.

Is R132 PNR safe to buy?

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