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R742 OGO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

126,867 mi
Last recorded126,867 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR742 OGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 126,867 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 125,562 miles

chips in windscreen

oil leaks

rust and corrosion in various places

slight exhaust blow center pipe

Pass 7 Sep 2016 124,003 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 121,915 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2014 118,977 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 115,838 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front exhaust clamp rusted and centre silencer rusted and blowing

Pass 22 May 2012 112,353 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2011 109,760 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 99,309 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 81,308 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 63,331 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 63,316 miles

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

offside inner driveshaft boot split

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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R742 OGO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in White 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 R742 OGO, 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 R742 OGO registered?

R742 OGO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R742 OGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R742 OGO 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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