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R986 YLD

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

35,999 mi
Last recorded35,999 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR986 YLD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 35,999 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 35,999 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 13 Jun 2022 35,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Jun 2021 35,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 35,999 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 35,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2019 33,526 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 33,525 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 29,416 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 25,413 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 22,403 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 21,722 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,986 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 20,236 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 19,504 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 18,735 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 17,979 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 17,225 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 16,423 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 16,423 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 15,602 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 14,820 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2006 14,820 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

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

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

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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R986 YLD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R986 YLD, 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 R986 YLD registered?

R986 YLD is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R986 YLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R986 YLD shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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