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R828 EMX

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

123,133 mi
Last recorded123,133 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 EMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2014 123,133 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 24 Jan 2013 114,635 miles

Nearside front tyre worn close to limit on outer edge

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 107,952 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 97,174 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 90,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Fail 28 Jan 2010 90,212 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

brake pedal rubber worn on edge

Pass 31 Jan 2009 80,865 miles

freeplay in nearside and offside front shock absorber top mounting bushes both just acecptable

nearside headlamp condensation inside

play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 17 Jan 2008 77,848 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 75,158 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 70,663 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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R828 EMX is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R828 EMX, 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 R828 EMX registered?

R828 EMX is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is R828 EMX safe to buy?

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