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R832 XVX

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,864 mi
Last recorded70,864 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR832 XVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 70,864 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 70,864 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 70,347 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 68,887 miles

Front registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 21 Apr 2017 67,088 miles

Front Registration plate damaged but not likely to be misread.

Pass 30 Apr 2016 65,652 miles

child seat fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2016 65,652 miles

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

child seat fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2015 64,196 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 63,762 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 63,631 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 63,631 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 62,220 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 30 Apr 2011 61,470 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 59,776 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 59,707 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 53,649 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 46,908 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 43,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2006 38,281 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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R832 XVX is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R832 XVX, 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 R832 XVX?

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What year was R832 XVX registered?

R832 XVX is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R832 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R832 XVX shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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