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R176 DWO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

35,164 mi
Last recorded35,164 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 DWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 35,164 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 34,578 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 34,577 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 33,779 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 32,553 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 31,323 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 29,662 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 28,772 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 27,981 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 27,428 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 27,363 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2016 27,363 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened n/s & o/s (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 27,186 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 27,044 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 26,660 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 23,994 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 22,337 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 20,324 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 18,615 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 17,307 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 15,087 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 13,470 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 11,125 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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R176 DWO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R176 DWO, 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.

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What year was R176 DWO registered?

R176 DWO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 January 1998.

Is R176 DWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R176 DWO shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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