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R149 AYC

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

140,751 mi
Last recorded140,751 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR149 AYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 140,751 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 137,601 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 134,699 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 130,196 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 121,696 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 113,808 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 106,448 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 98,111 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 98,080 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 May 2011 88,664 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 81,829 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 75,783 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 68,327 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 60,386 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 559,347 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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R149 AYC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R149 AYC, 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 R149 AYC registered?

R149 AYC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R149 AYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R149 AYC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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