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R186 UCW

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

108,133 mi
Last recorded108,133 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR186 UCW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 May 2019 108,133 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))

2 of high line brake light bulbs out

OSF sill soft

Rear wheel bearings slight play

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 105,458 miles

Air bag light not working

Nearside Front outer floor /sills corroded but not prescribed areas

Offside Front outer floor / sill corroded but not prescribed areas

Pass 4 May 2017 101,837 miles

Corrosion front outer floors

SRS light not working

Pass 4 May 2016 98,102 miles

Air bag light not working

Front outer floor / sills poor condition

Slight play steering column top

Pass 6 May 2015 94,291 miles

Slight play in steering column top mounting

Pass 7 May 2014 89,933 miles

Air bag light not working

Slight play steering column

Pass 9 May 2013 84,957 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 9 May 2013 84,957 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 30 Apr 2012 80,001 miles

Air bag light staying on

Drivers seat belt slow to retract

Sill skirts fitted , cannot inspect outer sills

Pass 9 May 2011 75,643 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 4 May 2010 70,358 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 65,286 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 65,286 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 May 2008 59,325 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 54,237 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 54,237 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 3 May 2006 47,346 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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R186 UCW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R186 UCW, 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 R186 UCW registered?

R186 UCW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R186 UCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R186 UCW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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