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R983 LKO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

124,006 mi
Last recorded124,006 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR983 LKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 124,006 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 124,006 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 114,963 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 17 May 2012 101,763 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 May 2011 86,888 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 74,695 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 5 May 2010 74,667 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 12 May 2009 67,778 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 63,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 58,915 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2006 53,537 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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R983 LKO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R983 LKO, 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 R983 LKO registered?

R983 LKO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R983 LKO safe to buy?

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