MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
135,133 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
front brake discs on limit
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
front brake discs on limit
slight bind in offside rear brake
os door mirror backing loose
stator motor sticking and noisey
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
os door mirror backing loose
stator motor sticking and noisey
wet condition at time of test / front both sides subframe bushes are perishing / both sides front wish bone bushes are perishing / rear discs are starting to rust
Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS
wet condition at time of test / front both sides subframe bushes are perishing / both sides front wish bone bushes are perishing / rear discs are starting to rust
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
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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S124 RLB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S124 RLB, 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 S124 RLB?
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What year was S124 RLB registered?
S124 RLB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 September 1998.
Is S124 RLB safe to buy?
The MOT history for S124 RLB shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S124 RLB have outstanding finance?
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