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S148 DNH

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,784 mi
Last recorded107,784 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS148 DNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 107,784 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 100,559 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 93,578 miles

general corrosion to underside

Pass 13 Jan 2015 89,020 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 85,343 miles

transmission oil leaks

Pass 23 Jan 2013 81,082 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight travel in footbrake

Pass 28 Jun 2011 76,773 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 72,304 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 65,951 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 62,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 61,753 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 60,624 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 60,624 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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S148 DNH is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc 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 S148 DNH, 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 S148 DNH registered?

S148 DNH is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S148 DNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S148 DNH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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