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R927 VWO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

107,129 mi
Last recorded107,129 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR927 VWO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 107,129 miles

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

coolant overheat light flashing

engine warning light flashing

Fail 2 Jun 2017 107,127 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Central Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance bulb very dim (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

coolant overheat light flashing

engine warning light flashing

Pass 7 Mar 2016 98,354 miles

under side rusty

Fail 5 Mar 2016 98,353 miles

coil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)

under side rusty

Pass 7 Mar 2015 98,214 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2014 98,137 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 98,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Feb 2013 98,073 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s rear tyre was flat

Pass 21 Jun 2011 96,402 miles

engine under covers insecure

Pass 30 Jun 2010 94,928 miles

Engine undertray is not very secure.

Oil on engine.

Rear number plate is deteriorating.

Fail 30 Jun 2010 94,927 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

ABSlight sequence when working: Switch ignition on, ABS lamp illuminates, then goes out after approximately 1-5 seconds.

Engine undertray is not very secure.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil on engine.

Rear number plate is deteriorating.

Pass 22 Jun 2009 92,693 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

front wiper blades slow

rear number plate staring to delaminate

Fail 22 Jun 2009 92,693 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

front wiper blades slow

rear number plate staring to delaminate

Pass 25 Jun 2008 90,633 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 90,569 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 82,913 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 74,848 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 74,819 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2005 65,392 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 65,392 miles

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

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

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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R927 VWO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R927 VWO, 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 R927 VWO registered?

R927 VWO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is R927 VWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R927 VWO shows 20 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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