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R139 EAR

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

97,834 mi
Last recorded97,834 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR139 EAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2018 97,834 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 97,616 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear tyre aged and cracked

Fail 26 Sep 2017 97,616 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Rear tyre aged and cracked

Pass 4 Oct 2016 96,917 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 95,724 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 95,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 93,319 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Nov 2013 90,635 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 90,635 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 87,298 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2012 87,298 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 86,429 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 86,429 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 82,816 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 78,147 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 75,425 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 73,965 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 70,397 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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R139 EAR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,390cc 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 R139 EAR, 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 R139 EAR?

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What year was R139 EAR registered?

R139 EAR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R139 EAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R139 EAR shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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