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S190 JCS

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

149,813 mi
Last recorded149,813 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS190 JCS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 149,813 miles

slight oil leak

vehicle been lowerd

brake pipes corroded

front brake pads low

slight corrosion underneath vehicle

Pass 6 Aug 2015 144,377 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2014 136,696 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes slitting and displaying play.

both front tyres wearing on both inner and outter tread edges.

both front windshield wiperblades splitting and starting to smear front windshield.

both rear indicators starting to display white light.

both rear tyres wearing on both inner tread edges.

both rear tyres wearing on both inner tread edges.

play detected within front steering rack steering arms.

vehicle handbrake travel high.

Pass 20 Jul 2013 128,007 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2012 121,069 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 113,855 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 105,427 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 96,129 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 88,649 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 79,746 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 70,843 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 59,385 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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S190 JCS is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S190 JCS, 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 S190 JCS registered?

S190 JCS is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S190 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S190 JCS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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