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S127 JGF

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

190,784 mi
Last recorded190,784 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS127 JGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2014 190,784 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2013 181,029 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2012 164,139 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 154,404 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2011 154,404 miles

Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 146,015 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 133,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 133,777 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 122,451 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 112,893 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 96,401 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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S127 JGF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,800cc 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 S127 JGF, 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.

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What year was S127 JGF registered?

S127 JGF is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S127 JGF safe to buy?

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