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S183 FAE

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

82,711 mi
Last recorded82,711 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS183 FAE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 82,711 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2021 82,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed door does not close (6.2.3 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 75,738 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 75,738 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 70,679 miles

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

oli leak

Pass 1 Feb 2018 68,210 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 65,631 miles

Exhaust system centre bracket brocken

Fail 24 Jan 2017 65,631 miles

Exhaust system centre bracket brocken

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 63,618 miles

Near side rear brake slightly binding

Near side rear mud guard insecure

Rear brake discs slightly corroded And pads wearing low

Pass 10 Feb 2015 62,658 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 10 Feb 2014 61,565 miles

both front track rod inner joint has slight movement

o/s outre sill damaged

Pass 3 Jun 2013 60,427 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 53,499 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 53,497 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 48,827 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

both rear wheels binding slightly

Pass 18 Nov 2009 46,959 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

power steering hose slight mist of oil

Fail 20 Dec 2008 45,970 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 45,970 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 44,009 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 41,431 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 39,270 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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)

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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S183 FAE is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 S183 FAE, 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 S183 FAE registered?

S183 FAE is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S183 FAE safe to buy?

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