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S176 RFU

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

76,489 mi
Last recorded76,489 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS176 RFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 76,489 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2017 76,489 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 passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 71,217 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 64,519 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 64,515 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)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 64,502 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 64,216 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 63,717 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 62,944 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 62,174 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 60,394 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 58,113 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 55,562 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 52,675 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 49,644 miles

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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S176 RFU is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S176 RFU, 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 S176 RFU registered?

S176 RFU is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S176 RFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S176 RFU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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