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R382 WSD

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,897 mi
Last recorded84,897 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR382 WSD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2008 84,897 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Fail 13 Feb 2008 84,885 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Feb 2007 80,792 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 76,192 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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R382 WSD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R382 WSD, 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 R382 WSD registered?

R382 WSD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R382 WSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R382 WSD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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