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R402 YCC

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,507 mi
Last recorded95,507 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR402 YCC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2014 95,507 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 89,963 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust slight blows

Fail 16 May 2011 89,955 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust slight blows

Pass 4 May 2010 78,905 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 4 May 2010 78,905 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 68,592 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 68,592 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2008 59,460 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front tyres wearing on inner edge

rear tyres perished

Pass 2 Feb 2007 49,646 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R402 YCC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R402 YCC, 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 R402 YCC registered?

R402 YCC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 June 1998.

Is R402 YCC safe to buy?

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