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R83 LDG

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,056 mi
Last recorded61,056 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 LDG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 61,056 miles

Front Number plate deteriorated.

Nearside And O/S outer body sills protected by trim work, restricting corrosion inspection

Offside Front Door mounting pins worn.

Pass 30 Jan 2025 60,703 miles

Nearside And O/S outer body sills protected by trim work, restricting inspection for corrosion.

Offside Front Door mounting pins worn.

Pass 26 Jan 2024 60,352 miles

Nearside And O/S outer body sills protected by plastic trims, thus fully restricting inspection, of their condition.

Offside Front Door mounting pins worn.

Pass 18 Jan 2023 60,014 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 59,729 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 59,440 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 59,318 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to both sides brake pipes to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 3 Feb 2020 59,318 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure Near side dip beam reflector insecure on adjustment pivots (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion to both sides brake pipes to flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Jan 2020 59,296 miles

Headlamp aim not tested both sides (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp are incorrectly positioned both outer head lamps insecure [loose] (4.1.4 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front top strut bushes have play [worn] (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 58,378 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and rear box's blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 57,192 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2017 56,115 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2017 56,113 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2016 54,511 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 53,338 miles

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

n/s/f tyre has damage to outter side wall

Pass 27 Jan 2014 52,386 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 50,857 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 48,961 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 47,495 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Jan 2010 46,168 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 45,147 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Jan 2009 45,147 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 43,806 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 41,848 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 41,848 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 39,863 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 39,863 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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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R83 LDG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R83 LDG, 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 R83 LDG registered?

R83 LDG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 13 January 1998.

Is R83 LDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 LDG shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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