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S229 KDP

1998 Volkswagen Golf

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,018 mi
Last recorded68,018 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS229 KDP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2018 68,018 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub-frame front bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

brake pedal travel long, not excessive

Pass 2 Aug 2017 66,809 miles

brake pedal has long travel but doesnt reach stop

Pass 20 Jul 2016 63,355 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 52,461 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 46,260 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 44,396 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,396 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 42,363 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 39,519 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 37,195 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 33,595 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 33,595 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 29,713 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 27,008 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 25,336 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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S229 KDP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S229 KDP, 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 S229 KDP registered?

S229 KDP is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is S229 KDP safe to buy?

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