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S203 SNA

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

112,697 mi
Last recorded112,697 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS203 SNA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 112,697 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 111,723 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt "Both" (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2017 111,723 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt "Both" (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 110,944 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of certain components.

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 109,908 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 109,266 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 108,150 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 107,070 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 107,070 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 106,261 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 105,060 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 102,170 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 96,113 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 86,777 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 86,777 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2006 77,698 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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S203 SNA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S203 SNA, 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 S203 SNA registered?

S203 SNA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 2 August 1998.

Is S203 SNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S203 SNA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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