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R311 AJO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,096 mi
Last recorded62,096 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR311 AJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 62,096 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2017 62,095 miles

Emissions not tested due to vehicle not being able to hold revs at correct range (7.3.A.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 58,268 miles

n/s/f lower arm rear bush detreriating

n/s/f tyre edge wear

o/s/f lower arm rear bush deteriating

slight oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2015 54,228 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both lower arm rear bushes deteriating

oil leak from gearbox

slight lift o/s top strut mount

Pass 24 Feb 2014 50,630 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight deteriation both front lower arm rear bushes

slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 12 Mar 2013 47,212 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 43,352 miles

o/s rear seat/belt not tested due to childs seat fitted

Fail 14 Feb 2012 43,350 miles

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

o/s rear seat/belt not tested due to childs seat fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2011 39,032 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre side wall cracking

Pass 9 Mar 2010 36,343 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 35,651 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 34,752 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 33,791 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 32,789 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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R311 AJO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R311 AJO, 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 R311 AJO registered?

R311 AJO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R311 AJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R311 AJO shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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