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R447 AWG

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

107,943 mi
Last recorded107,943 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR447 AWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 107,943 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 107,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Apr 2024 103,632 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 101,659 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 101,659 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 101,427 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 101,427 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 100,045 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 100,045 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2018 98,985 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 96,478 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 90,349 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 89,321 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 89,321 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 84,131 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 79,016 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 73,736 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 68,143 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 62,754 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 57,506 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 52,321 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 52,321 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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R447 AWG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R447 AWG, 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 R447 AWG registered?

R447 AWG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R447 AWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R447 AWG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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