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R346 CKP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

100,826 mi
Last recorded100,826 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR346 CKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 100,826 miles

Brake pipes heavily corroding

General underbody corrosion

Suspension corroding

Pass 14 Sep 2015 97,506 miles

Brake pipes corroding

Exhaust blowing at joints and through seams on rear box

General underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2014 94,172 miles

Brake pipes heavily corroded

Exhaust corroding

General underbody corrosion and coil springs corroding

Fail 12 Sep 2014 94,172 miles

Brake pipes heavily corroded

Exhaust corroding

General underbody corrosion and coil springs corroding

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2013 91,299 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2012 88,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear silencer corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2011 85,967 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 85,967 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 21 Sep 2010 81,463 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 81,463 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 75,905 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 71,393 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 65,571 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2006 60,188 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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R346 CKP 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 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 R346 CKP, 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 R346 CKP registered?

R346 CKP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R346 CKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R346 CKP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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