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R324 TJB

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

137,464 mi
Last recorded137,464 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR324 TJB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2011 137,464 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2011 137,406 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 134,543 miles

nearside rear brake slightly pitted.

Fail 16 Jun 2010 134,543 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 129,244 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 124,365 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 124,365 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 118,470 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 107,003 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 107,003 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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

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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R324 TJB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R324 TJB, 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 R324 TJB registered?

R324 TJB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R324 TJB safe to buy?

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