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S167 RBJ

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

91,431 mi
Last recorded91,431 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS167 RBJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2025 91,431 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Nearside sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Nearside sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre is out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Middle exhaust box outer skin starting to separate

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Petrol tank straps slightly corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2024 89,418 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Passenger sill at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear wheels (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 road wheels (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 87,216 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 84,423 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 82,047 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 80,416 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 79,909 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 77,348 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 74,842 miles

front number plate cracked

middle exhaust section starting to brake up inside

Pass 28 Jul 2016 72,575 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 69,450 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 66,844 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 66,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front wiper blades starting to split

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 64,094 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 61,439 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 59,141 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 56,577 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 56,577 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 54,177 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 51,775 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 49,147 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 45,591 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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S167 RBJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S167 RBJ, 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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S167 RBJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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