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S146 BCG

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

196,208 mi
Last recorded196,208 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS146 BCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2017 196,208 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 193,200 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 187,682 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 179,357 miles

offside sill damaged

Fail 15 Jan 2014 179,248 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

offside sill damaged

Pass 22 Jan 2013 169,859 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 161,304 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 156,081 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 148,706 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 139,703 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 131,215 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front lower susp; arms inner rear bushes have slight splitting started

Pass 30 Jan 2007 118,934 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/sfront tyre inner edge low - n/s front nearing wear bars

rear tyres on wear bars

Pass 26 Jan 2006 106,712 miles

movement in front strut top bushes.

rear subframe bushes perishing.

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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S146 BCG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S146 BCG, 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 S146 BCG registered?

S146 BCG is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S146 BCG safe to buy?

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