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R747 TFJ

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

124,147 mi
Last recorded124,147 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2007
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR747 TFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2007 124,147 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 124,147 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Both front lower suspension arms rear bushes splitting

Exhaust blowing slightly from front flexy joint

NSF wheel trim missing

OSR inner wheel arch liner damaged

Some uneven wear to NSR tyre

Windscreen stonechip passenger side

Pass 6 Jan 2006 104,179 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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R747 TFJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R747 TFJ, 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 R747 TFJ registered?

R747 TFJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 15 June 1998.

Is R747 TFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R747 TFJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R747 TFJ have outstanding finance?

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