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S234 FNW

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

162,912 mi
Last recorded162,912 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS234 FNW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 162,912 miles

NS lower sill damage

NSR tyre slight cut in sidewall and tread

NSR tyre slight deteriation

Fail 17 Sep 2014 162,908 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

NS lower sill damage

NSR tyre slight cut in sidewall and tread

NSR tyre slight deteriation

Fail 3 Sep 2014 162,904 miles

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)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

NS Lower sill damage

NSR tyre has cut across tread but no cords showing

NSR tyre slight deteriation

Pass 3 Sep 2013 153,671 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 153,269 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)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 142,495 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2011 130,865 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 120,735 miles

nearside door mirror cracked

nearside rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2009 111,174 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 99,316 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 89,642 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 89,642 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 80,134 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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S234 FNW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 S234 FNW, 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 S234 FNW registered?

S234 FNW is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S234 FNW safe to buy?

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