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R664 HGP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,055 mi
Last recorded66,055 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR664 HGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 66,055 miles

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

Fail 13 Oct 2017 66,055 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 65,648 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2016 65,640 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 64,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Oct 2015 64,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 62,054 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 59,894 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 57,960 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 56,023 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 53,979 miles

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 51,726 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 49,540 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 46,984 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 44,646 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 41,657 miles

Front number plate is cracked but secure

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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R664 HGP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R664 HGP, 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 R664 HGP registered?

R664 HGP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R664 HGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R664 HGP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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