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R776 COO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

130,270 mi
Last recorded130,270 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR776 COO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 130,270 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust system rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2021 129,096 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 128,367 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 126,701 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 124,756 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 122,787 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 120,655 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 120,655 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 118,315 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 115,542 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 112,567 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 109,576 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 109,576 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 106,371 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 102,828 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 98,985 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 95,115 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 90,248 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 84,751 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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R776 COO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R776 COO, 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 R776 COO?

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What year was R776 COO registered?

R776 COO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R776 COO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R776 COO shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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