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R669 SAU

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

114,085 mi
Last recorded114,085 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2007
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR669 SAU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jul 2007 114,085 miles

slight play in nsf and osf rear wishbone bushes

slight play in nsf and ossf top suspension mount bushes

Pass 16 Aug 2006 110,454 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 103,246 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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R669 SAU is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R669 SAU, 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

How do I check the history of R669 SAU?

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What year was R669 SAU registered?

R669 SAU is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is R669 SAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R669 SAU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R669 SAU have outstanding finance?

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