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R717 JPF

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

85,791 mi
Last recorded85,791 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR717 JPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 85,791 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 85,791 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 85,995 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 85,995 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 84,849 miles

Both front inner sills has corrosion and sill covers fitted both sills obscuring some underside areas

Both rear brake hoses has corrosion to the ferrules

Pass 8 Feb 2016 84,606 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 84,296 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 84,116 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 81,055 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 74,847 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 73,080 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 73,080 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 71,482 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 71,480 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak on engine

Pass 15 Jan 2009 68,794 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2008 67,233 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 67,233 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 64,505 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 58,795 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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R717 JPF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R717 JPF, 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 R717 JPF?

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What year was R717 JPF registered?

R717 JPF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is R717 JPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R717 JPF shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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