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R963 HUF

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

141,814 mi
Last recorded141,814 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR963 HUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2012 141,814 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 116,563 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 95,122 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 85,358 miles

o/s front tyre getting down

rear no plate has slight detortion

Pass 18 Mar 2008 83,303 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 81,101 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 78,162 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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R963 HUF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R963 HUF, 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 R963 HUF?

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What year was R963 HUF registered?

R963 HUF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R963 HUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R963 HUF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R963 HUF have outstanding finance?

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