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R977 JKO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

72,938 mi
Last recorded72,938 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR977 JKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,781cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2017 72,938 miles

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)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 69,245 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s n/s (4.1.E.1)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2016 69,245 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s n/s (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 64,746 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 60,885 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 56,856 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 50,275 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 50,275 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 43,906 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 43,906 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 38,676 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,599 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 33,233 miles

Engine oil is over filled

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 30,939 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 27,913 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2006 27,913 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.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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R977 JKO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R977 JKO, 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 R977 JKO registered?

R977 JKO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R977 JKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R977 JKO shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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