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S215 AEJ

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,014 mi
Last recorded155,014 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS215 AEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2012 155,014 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 131,012 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 1 Dec 2010 110,757 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

NOTE... FRONT NO PLATE CRACKED ..BUT..SECURE AND READ-ABLE...

NOTE...rear tail gate dented [BEFOUR] start of test.. ....

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 30 Nov 2010 110,757 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

NOTE... FRONT NO PLATE CRACKED ..BUT..SECURE AND READ-ABLE...

NOTE...rear tail gate dented [BEFOUR] start of test.. ....

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 104,307 miles

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

front no plate slightly cracked...but secure....

Pass 1 Dec 2008 97,394 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 90,581 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 85,147 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 83,093 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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S215 AEJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 S215 AEJ, 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 S215 AEJ registered?

S215 AEJ is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S215 AEJ safe to buy?

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