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R413 NGN

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,972 mi
Last recorded29,972 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2020
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR413 NGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2020 29,972 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 29,536 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 28,726 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 28,720 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 28,690 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 28,690 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 27,342 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 26,638 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 25,376 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 23,655 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2012 22,412 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 22,412 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 21,075 miles

rear wiper split

Pass 14 Jan 2010 19,844 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 18,310 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2008 16,736 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 15,018 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 13,535 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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R413 NGN is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R413 NGN, 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 R413 NGN registered?

R413 NGN is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R413 NGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R413 NGN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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