CarVerify

Free Car Check

R205 NVV

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,929 mi
Last recorded142,929 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR205 NVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2017 142,929 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 6 Aug 2017 142,918 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both fronts (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement handbrake mechanisim (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Oil leak slight ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 134,889 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 125,203 miles

Both rear tyre treads getting low 195-65-15

Pass 23 Jun 2014 116,417 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 104,152 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 97,500 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 78,106 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 23 Jun 2011 78,106 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 21 Jun 2010 66,815 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Both rear tyres perished.

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 66,815 miles

Both rear tyres perished.

Pass 14 May 2008 65,642 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 62,875 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 57,264 miles

nearside and offside lower arm inner rear bushes week

Fail 1 Jun 2006 57,264 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside and offside lower arm inner rear bushes week

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
Full Volkswagen Golf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R205 NVV 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 73.3%.

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 R205 NVV, 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 R205 NVV?

You can check the full history of R205 NVV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R205 NVV registered?

R205 NVV is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 June 1998.

Is R205 NVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R205 NVV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R205 NVV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R205 NVV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.