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R869 OWP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

92,280 mi
Last recorded92,280 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR869 OWP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 92,280 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s/n/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 90,210 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 89,872 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 86,226 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2019 86,226 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 82,371 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2018 82,371 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 78,308 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 76,654 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2016 76,654 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 42% o/s best (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 71,208 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 23 Jan 2015 71,194 miles

Brake load sensing valve inoperative (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 67,601 miles

minor corrosion along front to rear brake pipes

Fail 16 Jan 2014 67,601 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

minor corrosion along front to rear brake pipes

Pass 14 Jan 2013 63,910 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 60,172 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 56,326 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 56,326 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 52,991 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 52,991 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 48,996 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 45,730 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 42,221 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2006 38,629 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 38,629 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

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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R869 OWP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 R869 OWP, 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 R869 OWP registered?

R869 OWP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R869 OWP safe to buy?

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