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R343 YWP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,072 mi
Last recorded50,072 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR343 YWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2018 50,072 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 50,061 miles

oil leak from gear box

Pass 9 Sep 2014 49,836 miles

osr tyre cracking ok at tim e of test

Pass 20 Mar 2013 48,648 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

O/S/R Tyre badly perished

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

Fail 18 Mar 2013 48,648 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

O/S/R Tyre badly perished

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 47,648 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 46,120 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 46,120 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 44,261 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 44,260 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 42,445 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 40,276 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 37,822 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 35,513 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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R343 YWP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YWP, 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 YWP registered?

R343 YWP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R343 YWP safe to buy?

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