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R30 AMW

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

135,573 mi
Last recorded135,573 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR30 AMW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 135,573 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 124,892 miles

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

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

nearside of windscreen has a crack, not affecting drivers view of the road

Pass 21 Sep 2015 113,827 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 104,891 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 90,996 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 88,704 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 88,675 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2011 85,447 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 81,703 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

offside front inner cv gaitor split

Pass 25 Sep 2009 76,698 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 72,157 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 67,871 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 63,293 miles

Please note: o/s drive shaft inner gaiter is split.

Pass 30 Aug 2005 58,943 miles

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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R30 AMW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R30 AMW, 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.

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What year was R30 AMW registered?

R30 AMW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R30 AMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R30 AMW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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