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R343 VJF

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,396 mi
Last recorded168,396 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR343 VJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2014 168,396 miles

under body & componants showing corrosion

Pass 9 Oct 2013 166,825 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 164,336 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 161,670 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 156,874 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 148,694 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 141,772 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 133,532 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 126,962 miles

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

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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R343 VJF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R343 VJF, 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 R343 VJF registered?

R343 VJF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R343 VJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R343 VJF shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R343 VJF have outstanding finance?

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