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S207 KFR

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,969 mi
Last recorded117,969 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS207 KFR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2015 117,969 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 108,149 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 108,101 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 95,808 miles

Front bumper insecure.

Fail 15 Jul 2013 95,801 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front bumper insecure.

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 82,589 miles

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

centre ehaust bracket deteriorated

Pass 5 Jul 2011 75,006 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 May 2010 69,588 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 63,760 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 May 2006 55,513 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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S207 KFR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S207 KFR, 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 S207 KFR registered?

S207 KFR is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S207 KFR safe to buy?

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