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R376 LPD

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

133,593 mi
Last recorded133,593 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR376 LPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2013 133,593 miles

Oil leak

front number plate taped to holder

Fail 1 Mar 2013 133,391 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

front number plate taped to holder

Fail 22 Apr 2012 119,994 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2012 119,994 miles

Oil leak

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2011 110,457 miles

Oil leak

corrosion on rear brake discs

front tyre showing signs of wear

high mileage recomend cam belt replacement

Fail 23 Apr 2011 110,497 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Oil leak

corrosion on rear brake discs

front tyre showing signs of wear

high mileage recomend cam belt replacement

Pass 7 Apr 2010 99,497 miles

(lhd) car has corrosion on nearside rear brake disc

top of front no plate loose

Fail 7 Apr 2010 99,497 miles

(lhd) car has corrosion on nearside rear brake disc

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

top of front no plate loose

Pass 19 Mar 2009 85,545 miles

NAIL IN NSR TYRE

Pass 27 Mar 2008 71,001 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 71,001 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 66,466 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 62,192 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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R376 LPD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R376 LPD, 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 R376 LPD registered?

R376 LPD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R376 LPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R376 LPD shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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