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R285 HHJ

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2013
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,457 mi
Last recorded110,457 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 HHJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012 110,457 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 12 Dec 2011 106,313 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 102,661 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 99,259 miles

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

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

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

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

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 1 Dec 2009 99,258 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 4 Dec 2008 95,907 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 95,905 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 89,104 miles

o/s inner cv boot split

Pass 14 Dec 2006 79,648 miles

VOLUME OF HORN BELOW REQ STANDARD IS ONLY JUST ACCEPTABLE FOR MOT AT PRESENT ADVISE IMMEDIATE ATTETION

Fail 14 Dec 2005 69,514 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 69,514 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005

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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R285 HHJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R285 HHJ, 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 R285 HHJ registered?

R285 HHJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R285 HHJ safe to buy?

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