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S214 EOB

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,848 mi
Last recorded94,848 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS214 EOB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 94,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 94,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 86,743 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Aug 2013 83,801 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 82,124 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 82,109 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 79,146 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 79,146 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 77,940 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 68,667 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 62,493 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 29 Aug 2008 62,493 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 48,594 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 48,594 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2006 36,779 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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S214 EOB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S214 EOB, 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 S214 EOB registered?

S214 EOB is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is S214 EOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S214 EOB shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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