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R375 NBD

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,938 mi
Last recorded88,938 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR375 NBD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 88,938 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres perishing badly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 2.27mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Hinge pin has play (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.88mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 87,861 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coolant leak engine bay / radiator ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front door has slight movement on hinge

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 85,275 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 84,236 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 83,058 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 81,480 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 79,466 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 77,151 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 74,739 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 74,482 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 68,850 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 65,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 59,942 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 56,460 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 53,263 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 50,607 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 47,769 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 42,615 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 37,311 miles

slight play on both front top shock absorbers mounts

Fail 22 Mar 2006 37,288 miles

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

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

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

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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R375 NBD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 R375 NBD, 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 R375 NBD registered?

R375 NBD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is R375 NBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R375 NBD shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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