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S157 UKK

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,410 mi
Last recorded132,410 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS157 UKK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 132,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Aug 2016 132,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2016 132,409 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 123,340 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 123,328 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 117,189 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 112,689 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 107,922 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 107,922 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 103,241 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 97,656 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 86,419 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 75,545 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 64,202 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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S157 UKK is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S157 UKK, 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 S157 UKK registered?

S157 UKK is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S157 UKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S157 UKK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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