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R563 HCG

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

167,501 mi
Last recorded167,501 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2011
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR563 HCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Jun 2011 167,501 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

front brakes slight imbalance

front tyres inner edges slightly worn

oil leak

rear suspension soft

Fail 7 May 2011 166,788 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc,s slightly worn and corroded

Serious oil leak from back of engine

Fail 22 May 2010 150,429 miles

Front brake disc,s slightly worn and pitted

Gearbox bearings slightly noisey

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak

Slightly corroded rear brake pipes

Pass 22 May 2010 150,429 miles

Front brake disc,s slightly worn and pitted

Gearbox bearings slightly noisey

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

Oil leak

Slightly corroded rear brake pipes

Pass 29 May 2009 131,695 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing close to wearbars

Slight damage on offside front wheel

Fail 29 May 2009 131,695 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside front tyre wearing close to wearbars

Slight damage on offside front wheel

Pass 30 May 2008 112,065 miles

Nearside front wing damaged

Pass 5 Jun 2007 96,833 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 90,401 miles

Front number plate is cracked

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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R563 HCG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R563 HCG, 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 R563 HCG registered?

R563 HCG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R563 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R563 HCG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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