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R137 OGF

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,481 mi
Last recorded31,481 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 OGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2008 31,481 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,130 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 29,175 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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R137 OGF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc 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 R137 OGF, 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 R137 OGF?

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What year was R137 OGF registered?

R137 OGF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R137 OGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R137 OGF 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 R137 OGF have outstanding finance?

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