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S115 XDT

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,004 mi
Last recorded111,004 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2008
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS115 XDT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2008 111,004 miles

Slight movement o/s steering rack

Pass 22 Mar 2007 100,932 miles

C A T Heat shield corroded and rattleing

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2006 93,468 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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S115 XDT is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 S115 XDT, 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 S115 XDT?

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What year was S115 XDT registered?

S115 XDT is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 December 1998.

Is S115 XDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S115 XDT shows 3 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 S115 XDT have outstanding finance?

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