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R496 DPN

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,474 mi
Last recorded91,474 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 DPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2018 91,474 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 91,258 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 90,827 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 90,314 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 88,880 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 88,574 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 86,350 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 82,448 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 75,252 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 75,353 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 72,240 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 68,261 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 62,647 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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R496 DPN is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R496 DPN, 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

How do I check the history of R496 DPN?

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What year was R496 DPN registered?

R496 DPN is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R496 DPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 DPN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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