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R816 NGC

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,251 mi
Last recorded91,251 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR816 NGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2014 91,251 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 89,274 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 85,027 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 81,916 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 79,377 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 75,432 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 66,426 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 59,863 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 53,728 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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R816 NGC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R816 NGC, 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 R816 NGC?

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What year was R816 NGC registered?

R816 NGC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R816 NGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R816 NGC shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R816 NGC have outstanding finance?

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