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R766 HSG

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Purple Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

53,657 mi
Last recorded53,657 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR766 HSG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 53,657 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 52,856 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2016 52,850 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 51,958 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 50,636 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 50,636 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 49,436 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 49,436 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 48,584 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 47,494 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 May 2010 45,744 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 43,912 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 43,912 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2008 42,779 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 42,779 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 41,708 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 40,125 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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R766 HSG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Purple with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R766 HSG, 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 R766 HSG registered?

R766 HSG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R766 HSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R766 HSG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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