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R204 ALD

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

95,961 mi
Last recorded95,961 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 ALD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 95,961 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 94,428 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 94,428 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall split exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 92,472 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2022 92,471 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2021 90,659 miles

Both front tyres low on tread

Pass 18 Feb 2020 87,199 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 81,696 miles

Offside rear coil spring possibly broken

Pass 1 Feb 2018 77,456 miles

Play in both front wheels when breaking

Pass 7 Feb 2017 70,479 miles

N/s/f lower arm rear bush deteriorated

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Feb 2017 70,479 miles

N/s/f lower arm rear bush deteriorated

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 64,126 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2015 59,070 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 55,502 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 51,966 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 49,045 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 46,282 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 45,077 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 43,784 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 41,873 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 40,753 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 39,005 miles

offside front brake holding on but has not showen up on b.r.t.

offside front under cover has engine oil over it,leak?

offside hand brake cable lever not touching stop but ok on b.r.t

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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R204 ALD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R204 ALD, 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 R204 ALD?

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What year was R204 ALD registered?

R204 ALD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R204 ALD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 ALD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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