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S239 UAY

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Silver Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,981 mi
Last recorded123,981 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS239 UAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2019 123,981 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 116,958 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 107,026 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 96,125 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 85,544 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 77,805 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 67,586 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 61,707 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 59,378 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 56,400 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 52,981 miles

Rear axle bushes are splitting but not resulting in any excessive movement.

Pass 18 Jun 2008 49,947 miles

front brake pads worn low

Pass 20 Jun 2007 46,465 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 41,581 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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S239 UAY is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Silver with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S239 UAY, 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

How do I check the history of S239 UAY?

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What year was S239 UAY registered?

S239 UAY is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S239 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S239 UAY shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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