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R36 WRA

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

152,128 mi
Last recorded152,128 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR36 WRA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 152,128 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 144,244 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 144,244 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 139,245 miles

All tyres showing wear on edges

Offside Front Abs loom not factory

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under body corrosion

suspension components corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2018 138,445 miles

underbody components corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2016 133,546 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 129,856 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 126,002 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 122,040 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 117,760 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 108,213 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 108,162 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2007 100,848 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 91,538 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 91,419 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2005 83,343 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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R36 WRA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R36 WRA, 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 R36 WRA registered?

R36 WRA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R36 WRA safe to buy?

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