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S128 KUB

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Red Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

130,323 mi
Last recorded130,323 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS128 KUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2012 130,323 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 126,063 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 126,063 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2010 121,919 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 121,919 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 114,514 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 105,984 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 98,254 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 89,507 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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S128 KUB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Red with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 S128 KUB, 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 S128 KUB registered?

S128 KUB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 7 November 1998.

Is S128 KUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S128 KUB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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