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S198 MGO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,647 mi
Last recorded12,647 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS198 MGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2025 12,647 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 10,833 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack/ perish

nearside front tyre starting to crack/ perish and tread wearing on edges

offside front tyre starting to crack/ perish and tread worn low on inner edge

Pass 11 Nov 2023 8,983 miles

Nearside Front Inner drive shaft gaiter has slight leak

all tyres have age related cracks/perishing

Pass 14 Nov 2022 7,338 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 5,749 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 4,956 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 4,941 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 4,931 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 4,919 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 4,908 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 4,876 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 4,861 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 4,833 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 4,780 miles

nearside inner cv boot split

wiper smeary

Pass 17 Oct 2006 4,634 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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S198 MGO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S198 MGO, 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

How do I check the history of S198 MGO?

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What year was S198 MGO registered?

S198 MGO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S198 MGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S198 MGO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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