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R700 CSS

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

41,804 mi
Last recorded41,804 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR700 CSS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 41,804 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 40,531 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 39,088 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 39,088 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 37,260 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Plastic covers fitted to sills both sides (Factory Fitted) - unable to inspect underneath

Pass 21 Mar 2012 32,058 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 30,334 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 27,906 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front wiper blades splitting but still clearing

Pass 21 Mar 2009 26,158 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 24,242 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 22,829 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 21,405 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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R700 CSS is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R700 CSS, 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 R700 CSS?

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What year was R700 CSS registered?

R700 CSS is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R700 CSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R700 CSS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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