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S180 UOW

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

123,353 mi
Last recorded123,353 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS180 UOW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2018 123,353 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2018 123,353 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 120,006 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted at time of test.

Pass 8 Feb 2016 115,492 miles

Nearside front tyre starting to perish

Fail 1 Feb 2016 115,388 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre starting to perish

Pass 22 Jan 2015 110,801 miles

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

Nearside front tyre walls have several cuts & starting to perish.

Offside rear tyre starting to perish.

Pass 27 Jan 2014 106,762 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2013 102,812 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2013 102,812 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 98,837 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 95,191 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 95,191 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 91,946 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 88,704 miles

n/s/front tyre warmn on outer edge

o/s/front top suspension mount warn

Pass 4 Feb 2008 84,711 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 80,837 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 80,837 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 77,602 miles

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

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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S180 UOW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 S180 UOW, 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 S180 UOW registered?

S180 UOW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S180 UOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S180 UOW shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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