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S225 ATA

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

81,561 mi
Last recorded81,561 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS225 ATA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 81,561 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 69,362 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 68,060 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 66,217 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 66,217 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 63,968 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 59,125 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 53,653 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 47,766 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 43,401 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 38,900 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 36,379 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 34,036 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 32,474 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 30,299 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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S225 ATA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S225 ATA, 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 S225 ATA registered?

S225 ATA is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S225 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S225 ATA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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