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R58 PNK

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

76,745 mi
Last recorded76,745 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 PNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 76,745 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 76,745 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 73,490 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2019 73,490 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 72,868 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 72,868 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2017 68,174 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Nov 2016 63,959 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 58,682 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2015 58,682 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' toys hanging on interior mirror (8.3.1e)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 53,070 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2014 53,070 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 50,682 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 50,682 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 50,633 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 49,937 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 49,937 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 48,924 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 47,559 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 47,556 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 46,260 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 43,621 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 42,373 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 PNK is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 R58 PNK, 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 R58 PNK registered?

R58 PNK is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is R58 PNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R58 PNK shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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