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S240 BJO

1998 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

184,695 mi
Last recorded184,695 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Golf100,017 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS240 BJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2012 184,695 miles

offside front wing arch slightly corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2011 174,827 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 165,672 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 156,767 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 146,851 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 131,657 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2006 117,180 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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S240 BJO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 S240 BJO, 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 S240 BJO?

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What year was S240 BJO registered?

S240 BJO is a 1998 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S240 BJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S240 BJO shows 7 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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