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R201 HGP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,750 mi
Last recorded94,750 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 HGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 94,750 miles

handbrake vtravel

Pass 23 Nov 2016 91,908 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 89,615 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 85,889 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 82,640 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 82,640 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 79,129 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s/f tyre worn outer shoulder

n/s/r tyre cracking in outer shoulder

Pass 25 Nov 2011 75,876 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 73,749 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 73,749 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 68,299 miles

Front wheels grabbing on when spun with engine runnung.

Fail 12 Mar 2009 68,289 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 57,512 miles

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

front registration plate cracked but sill reardable. Advise replaced.

radiator leaking and coolant level low

Pass 26 Mar 2007 49,732 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 45,259 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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R201 HGP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R201 HGP, 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 R201 HGP registered?

R201 HGP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R201 HGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 HGP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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