MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
53,993 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
front number plate cracked
rear number plate discoloured
Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
front number plate damaged
rear number plate discoloured
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
nearside outer sill damaged
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
nearside outer sill damaged
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?
Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R985 NEG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R985 NEG, 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 R985 NEG?
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What year was R985 NEG registered?
R985 NEG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 March 1998.
Is R985 NEG safe to buy?
The MOT history for R985 NEG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R985 NEG have outstanding finance?
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