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R921 FFC

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

138,231 mi
Last recorded138,231 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR921 FFC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 138,231 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 137,621 miles

all four tyres on extreme limit

front NO plate cracked

slight play in both front bottom ball joints

temp repair to n/s/wing mirror

Pass 29 Jan 2010 135,973 miles

airbag light on

both rear tyres close to limit

front NO plate damaged

o/s/r door handle missing

slight play in steering column

Pass 25 Apr 2008 135,194 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

air bag light on

exhaust leaking on flexi

near side inner cv joint split

Pass 13 Apr 2007 135,119 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 135,119 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 125,606 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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R921 FFC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R921 FFC, 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 R921 FFC registered?

R921 FFC is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R921 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R921 FFC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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