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S175 JSM

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,657 mi
Last recorded97,657 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS175 JSM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2019 97,657 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 96,720 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 96,720 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 96,440 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 96,003 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 95,670 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 95,270 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 95,027 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 94,065 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 93,185 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 91,359 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 89,676 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 89,676 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 87,762 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 81,063 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 62,733 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2005 54,123 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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S175 JSM is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S175 JSM, 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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What year was S175 JSM registered?

S175 JSM is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S175 JSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S175 JSM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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