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R58 NRR

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Yellow Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

154,465 mi
Last recorded154,465 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 NRR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 154,465 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 144,213 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 138,332 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 124,020 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 117,013 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 115,283 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 112,409 miles

both front tyres worn on both edges

both rear shock bump stops broken

front brake discs corroded on inner face

movement in both front antiroll bar D bushes

movement in both front top shock mounts

stonechips in front windscreen

Fail 30 Apr 2009 112,409 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn on both edges

both rear shock bump stops broken

front brake discs corroded on inner face

movement in both front antiroll bar D bushes

movement in both front top shock mounts

stonechips in front windscreen

Pass 2 May 2008 107,613 miles

both front shocks damp

both rear bump stops broken

movement in both front top shock mounts

stonechip in front windscreen

Pass 30 Apr 2007 96,853 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2006 83,464 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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R58 NRR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Yellow with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R58 NRR, 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 R58 NRR registered?

R58 NRR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R58 NRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R58 NRR shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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