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S202 YOL

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

150,676 mi
Last recorded150,676 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS202 YOL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2019 150,676 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 147,548 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 144,290 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 134,259 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 127,562 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 120,090 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 112,134 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 105,231 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 105,231 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 97,082 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Nov 2010 88,985 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 88,985 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 81,558 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 73,844 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 65,468 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 65,468 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 60,403 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 55,530 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 55,530 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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S202 YOL is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 S202 YOL, 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 S202 YOL registered?

S202 YOL is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is S202 YOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S202 YOL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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