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R609 HNA

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

176,369 mi
Last recorded176,369 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 HNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 176,369 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 167,742 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 167,646 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering component deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 161,507 miles

Play found in both front wheels

Fail 28 Feb 2013 161,484 miles

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

Play found in both front wheels

Pass 8 Feb 2012 152,399 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 152,340 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 144,118 miles

engine oil leak

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 128,081 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 128,081 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 112,130 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 91,952 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 95,627 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 78,115 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 62,183 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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R609 HNA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R609 HNA, 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 R609 HNA registered?

R609 HNA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R609 HNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R609 HNA shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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