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R260 TMO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,869 mi
Last recorded102,869 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR260 TMO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2025 102,869 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 101,086 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 96,538 miles

rear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Fail 8 Dec 2008 95,531 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

exhaust lambda sensor fouling on heat shield

reear suspension bump stops in poor condition

Pass 9 Jun 2008 94,233 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 94,231 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2007 87,352 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 77,646 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 77,646 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

slight leak from front exhaust joint

stone chips in windscreen

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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R260 TMO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R260 TMO, 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 R260 TMO registered?

R260 TMO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R260 TMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R260 TMO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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