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R219 RCH

1997 Volkswagen Gol

Red Petrol 1391cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2008
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

140,257 mi
Last recorded140,257 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Gol94,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR219 RCH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGol
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,391cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2009 140,257 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Jan 2009 140,226 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Engine has missfire from cold and under load

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear light cluster is full of water

Steering Wheel outer cover insecure

Pass 12 Dec 2007 125,502 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2007 125,409 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 122,614 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 122,614 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Gol?

Based on 2,452 MOT tests across 474 vehicles.

62.2%
Pass Rate
6,464
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
474
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 326
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 231
Registration plate lamp not working 136
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 116
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
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R219 RCH is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol in Red with a 1,391cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Gol models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 94,874 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Gol fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 326 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R219 RCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Gol typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Gol is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R219 RCH registered?

R219 RCH is a 1997 Volkswagen Gol, first registered on 11 September 1997.

Is R219 RCH safe to buy?

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